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South Dakota 45-Day Itemized Deposit Accounting

The current SDCL 43-32-24 requires the lessor, upon request of the lessee, to provide an itemized accounting of any deposit withheld within 45 days after termination of the tenancy.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited
Detailed accounting45 days

Upon tenant request.

Make the request easy to prove

  • Send it in writing.
  • Keep delivery confirmation.
  • Identify the rental address.
  • Ask for the itemized accounting of all deposit amounts withheld.
South Dakota changed the residential deposit timeline in 2026. Use the current 21-day rule, not older two-week summaries. Educational information only.

Official sources

South Dakota LegislatureSDCL 43-32-24 — Return and withholding of security deposit ↗

Current codified law reflecting the 2026 amendment: 21-day return/statement, 45-day requested itemized accounting, ordinary-wear protection and remedies.

Related South Dakota guides

Security Deposit →1-Month Limit →21-Day Rule →Ordinary Wear →