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Bankruptcy Exemption in South Dakota

In South Dakota, the homestead exemption protects 80% of the equity in a debtor’s primary residence, up to any value. This rule is found in the state constitution and several codified laws, including S.D. Const. Art. XXI § 4 and S.D.C.L. §§ 43-31-1 through 43-45-17. The exemption applies automatically to the debtor’s dwelling and the land it occupies, but the specific calculation and any limitations are set out in the statutes. The worked example below demonstrates how the 80% figure applies to a given home value. For an estimate of your own potential exemption, use the DocketMath calculator with your specific equity amount.

Governing authority

In South Dakota, the bankruptcy exemption rule is set by S.D. Const. Art. XXI § 4; S.D.C.L. §§ 43-31-1, 43-31-3, 43-45-2, 43-45-3, 43-45-13, 43-45-16, 43-45-17. The verified packet cites S.D. Const. Art. XXI § 4; S.D.C.L. §§ 43-31-1, 43-31-3, 43-45-2, 43-45-3, 43-45-13, 43-45-16, 43-45-17 (https://sdlegislature.gov/Statutes/Codified_Laws/2046102).

South Dakota bankruptcy exemption: the verified value is 80% under S.D. Const. Art. XXI § 4; S.D.C.L. §§ 43-31-1, 43-31-3, 43-45-2, 43-45-3, 43-45-13, 43-45-16, 43-45-17. The verified packet cites S.D. Const. Art. XXI § 4; S.D.C.L. §§ 43-31-1, 43-31-3, 43-45-2, 43-45-3, 43-45-13, 43-45-16, 43-45-17 (https://sdlegislature.gov/Statutes/Codified_Laws/2046102).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the bankruptcy exemption calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.