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South Dakota Concealed Knife Carry (2026)
Permitted: SD sets no blade-length limit and allows concealed carry of ordinary knives; concealing a dangerous weapon is a crime only if done with intent to commit a felony (SDCL 22-14-8).
PermittedVerified Jul 7, 2026
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