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South Dakota Exhibit Stamps

Professional exhibit labeling for South Dakota Circuit Courts

SDCL 15-6-10(c), Title 16 Chapter 21AOdyssey File & Serve10 MB limit

Stamping a full exhibit set by hand takes hours. ExhibitPrep applies South Dakota-compliant labels in minutes — preview free, pay only to download.

Opens the tool set up for South Dakota — plaintiff: Numbers starting at 1; defendant: Numbers starting at 1.

Quick Reference

Plaintiff MarkingNumbers (1, 2, 3...)
Defendant MarkingNumbers continue sequence
Exchange DeadlinePer pretrial checklist
E-Filing SystemOdyssey File & Serve
File Size Limit10 MB
Primary RuleSDCL 15-6-10(c), Title 16 Chapter 21A

Key Requirements for South Dakota

  • STRICT: All documents BLACK AND WHITE ONLY
  • CRITICAL: Even blue signature ink causes REJECTION - sign in BLACK INK ONLY
  • Exhibits as SEPARATE PDFs from primary pleading
  • Single orientation only (all Portrait OR all Landscape - not mixed)
  • Mandatory since July 1, 2014 for civil cases (except small claims)
  • Pretrial checklist lists all exhibits intended for trial
  • 3.5% processing fee for payment
  • 10 MB file size limit

Major County Rules

Minnehaha County

Sioux Falls area - largest jurisdiction. Strict black and white requirements enforced.

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Typical South Dakota Exhibit Timeline

Discovery
Gather exhibits
Pre-Trial
Mark & exchange
Trial
Present exhibits

STRICT BLACK AND WHITE RULE: All documents BLACK AND WHITE ONLY - even blue signature ink causes rejection. Sign in BLACK INK ONLY.

South Dakota Exhibit FAQs

How do I mark exhibits for South Dakota courts?

In South Dakota, plaintiffs typically use Numbers (1, 2, 3...) while defendants use Numbers continue sequence. Always verify with your specific court's local rules as requirements may vary by county.

What is the e-filing system for South Dakota?

South Dakota uses Odyssey File & Serve for electronic filing. The maximum file size is typically 10 MB. Check with your specific court for exact requirements.

When must exhibits be exchanged in South Dakota?

STRICT BLACK AND WHITE RULE: All documents BLACK AND WHITE ONLY - even blue signature ink causes rejection. Sign in BLACK INK ONLY. The typical exchange deadline is Per pretrial checklist. Always verify deadlines in your court's scheduling order.

Does ExhibitPrep work for South Dakota courts?

Yes! ExhibitPrep is designed to create properly formatted exhibit stamps that comply with South Dakota court requirements. Our tool supports Numbers (1, 2, 3...) for plaintiffs and Numbers continue sequence for defendants.

Are there county-specific rules in South Dakota?

Yes, South Dakota has county-specific variations. Minnehaha County sioux falls area - largest jurisdiction. strict black and white requirements enforced.. Always check local rules for your specific court.

Last updated: 2026-01. Always verify current requirements with your court.