South Dakota § 37-35-1 - Definition of terms.
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§ 37-35-1. Definition of terms.
Terms used in this chapter mean:
(1) "Firearm accessory," any item that is used in conjunction with or mounted upon a firearm but is not essential to the basic function of a firearm, including any telescopic or laser sight, magazine, flash or sound suppressor, folding or aftermarket stock and grip, speed loader, ammunition carrier, or light for target illumination;
(2) "Generic and insignificant part," any firearm part, including a spring, screw, nut, and pin;
(3) "Manufactured," any firearm, firearm accessory, or ammunition which has been created from basic materials for functional usefulness, including forging, casting, machining, or other processes for working materials.
Source: SL 2010, ch 198, § 1.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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