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Last reviewed against primary sources: June 12, 2026
Statute of Limitations
South Dakota has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury from truck accidents (SDCL § 15-2-14). Modified comparative fault with 51% bar. South Dakota's agricultural truck exemptions from FMCSA HOS requirements are common — but state negligence law applies fully. Claims against SDDOT or state entities require compliance with the South Dakota Tort Claims Act.
3 years from date of accident
Exposure in South Dakota
Source: SDDOT Commercial Vehicle Data 2024
Source: NHTSA FARS 2024
Source: FMCSA Agricultural Exemption Database