South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 41 - Department of Game, Fish And Parks
Article 41:04 - Public waters
Chapter 41:04:05 - Motorboats and watercraft
Section 41:04:05:01.01 - Boat license fees

Universal Citation: SD Admin Rules 41:04:05:01.01

Current through Register Vol. 50, page 114, March 25, 2024

All boats shall be licensed based on the length of the boat and the type of propulsion. However, a temporary boat license may be issued to a boat if the boat's owner or operator is a participant in a permitted fishing tournament. All boats shall be licensed according to the following schedule:

(1) Nonmotorized boats over 12 feet and boats propelled solely by electric trolling motors: 1 year-$15. Nonmotorized canoes owned by nonprofit youth organizations are exempt from license requirements when being used for organizational activities;

(2) Motorboats under 19 feet: 1 year-$25;

(3) Motorboats 19 feet and over: 1 year-$45;

(4) Temporary fishing tournament boat license: 10 consecutive days-$50.

General Authority: SDCL 32-3A-4, 32-3A-11(5).

Law Implemented: SDCL 32-3A-4, 32-3A-11(5).

ARSD 41:09:15:01

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