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ATV’s and UTV’s are legal to drive on public roadways in the State of South Dakota. However, they do have to be licensed. If they are not licensed from your state, you can purchase temporary licenses from any treasurer’s office in South Dakota that allows them to be operated on public roads excluding the interstate highway system. The Lawrence County Treasurer’s Office in Deadwood is located at 90 Sherman Street #2. If you plan on using the Forest Service trail systems there is a separate pass for that. Not all trails require the pass but more and more do. The trails that require the pass are marked. Those passes can be obtained at the locations in the link below.
Your ATV/UTV needs to have mirrors, brake lights, headlights, and an audible signal (horn). Eye protection is required if you don’t have a windshield. One can use hand signals to indicate a directional change. They must also be insured to operate on a public road. Have the proof of insurance with you. Riders under the age of 18 are required to wear a helmet. Follow the links below for more information.
Lawrence County Treasurer's Office
ATV Tempory Permit Information
Black Hills Nation Forest Motorized Trail Permit Vendors List
Yes, Deadwood does require you to license your cats and dogs. Call (605) 578-2623 or stop in at 100 Sherman Street to license your pets.
Typically a written request is all that is necessary by South Dakota Law. If it's about an active case, or the case is actively being prosecuted, a person can get the report through discovery with the Lawrence County State's Attorney. Accident reports will be given on scene or later provided directly to insurance by the Department. All other matters will be handled through the City of Deadwood legal department. If you have more questions on police reports, call (605) 578-2623.
Background checks can be done through the Clerk of Courts. The Clerk of Courts is located at 78 Sherman Street.
Currently, a concealed weapons permit is not necessary in the State of South Dakota. However, if a person wants one he/she can apply for one through the local Sheriff's Office. The Lawrence County Sheriff's Office is located at 78 Sherman Street, Deadwood, SD 57732.
You can get fingerprinted at the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office located at 78 Sherman Street, Deadwood, SD 57732. The phone number for the Sheriff's Office is (605) 578-2230.
Anyone in Lawrence County arrested on local charges is taken to the Lawrence County Jail in Deadwood. The Lawrence County Jail is located at 80 Sherman Street. The Lawrence County Jail can be reached at (605) 578-2230.