South Dakota § 13-39A-44 - Restrictions on lawful weapons prohibited--Exceptions--Weapon storage requirement--Applicability.

§ 13-39A-44. Restrictions on lawful weapons prohibited--Exceptions--Weapon storage requirement--Applicability.

The South Dakota Board of Technical Education or an institution under the control of the board may restrict or limit the lawful carrying or possession of any item referenced in subdivision (1), (2), or (3) of § 13-39A-43:

(1)    In a clearly designated portion of a building or structure, only if any of the following are present:

(a)    More than fifty-five gallons of flammable liquid, as identified in 29 C.F.R. § 1910.106 (January 1, 2025);

(b)    Significant quantities of hazardous materials classified as Category 3 or higher by the 704 Hazard Identification System of the National Fire Protection Association;

(c)    K-size cylinders containing corrosive, reactive, flammable, toxic, or oxidizer gases classified as Category 2 or higher by the 704 Hazard Identification System of the National Fire Protection Association;

(d)    L-size cylinders of acetylene gas; or

(e)    Magnetic resonance imaging equipment or nuclear magnetic resonance equipment;

(2)    In a room used for manufacturing or scientific research, if the concentration of airborne particles is controlled in order to maintain an environment with minimal pollutants;

(3)    In a clearly designated portion of a building or structure to which a facility security clearance applies or for which a federal security clearance is required; or

(4)    In a building or structure during a special event, provided metal detectors and armed security personnel are present at every public entrance to restrict the possession of any dangerous weapon.

Whenever an individual is not carrying or in possession of any item referenced in subdivision (1), (2), or (3) of § 13-39A-43, the individual shall store the item in a locked case or safe.

Nothing in this section may be construed to prohibit, restrict, or limit the lawful carrying of any item referenced in subdivision (1), (2), or (3) of § 13-39A-43, beyond that which is necessary to maintain safety, security, or cleanliness within the designated area.

Source: SL 2025, ch 86, § 2.