Consumer credit law reference
South Dakota Credit Dispute Laws
South Dakota relies on the FCRA and its Deceptive Trade Practices Act, which provides actual damages for unfair credit-reporting practices.
Primary state statute
South Dakota Deceptive Trade Practices Act
SDCL § 37-24
Regulator: South Dakota Attorney General — Consumer Protection
What South Dakota adds on top of the federal FCRA
- •Actual damages
- •AG enforcement
- •Private right of action
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Neighboring states
View all 50 statesThis page is general legal information, not legal advice. Statute numbers are current as of 2026 — verify before litigating. For legal advice specific to your situation, consult a licensed attorney in South Dakota.