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South Dakota Cannabis Legal Status (2026)

Conditional: South Dakota allows medical cannabis only (Initiated Measure 26, 2020).

ConditionalVerified Aug 2, 2026

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South Dakota allows medical cannabis only (Initiated Measure 26, 2020). There is no recreational adult-use program, and recreational possession and use remain illegal. Qualified patients need a registry ID card.

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