South Dakota Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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What is the legal status of open carry in South Dakota?

Permitted without a license
Illegal in all circumstances
Only allowed for hunting
Permitted with a concealed carry license

The correct answer is: Permitted without a license

Open carry in South Dakota is generally permitted without a license. While there are some specific restrictions on where and when open carry is allowed, it is legal for most individuals to openly carry firearms in public without a license. Option B is incorrect because it is not completely illegal, as there are certain circumstances in which it is allowed. Option C is also incorrect because open carry is not limited to just hunting situations. Option D is incorrect because open carry does not require a concealed carry license.