South Dakota § 50-15-7 - Permitted for recreational or commercial purposes--Compliance required--State and local regulations limited.
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§ 50-15-7. Permitted for recreational or commercial purposes--Compliance required--State and local regulations limited.
A person, in compliance with federal aviation regulations, may operate a drone for recreational purposes within the state. A person or business entity, doing business lawfully within the state and in compliance with federal aviation regulations, may operate or use a drone for commercial purposes within this state. Except as otherwise specifically allowed by this title, the state, or any political subdivision thereof, may not enact or enforce an ordinance regarding:
(1) Ownership, operation, design, manufacture, testing, maintenance, licensing, registration, certification, or equipment requirements of an uncrewed aircraft system;
(2) Airspace, altitude, or flight path restrictions; or
(3) Qualifications, training, or certification of a pilot, operator, or observer of a drone.
Source: SL 2024, ch 194, § 3.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Dakota § 50-15-7
What does South Dakota Codified Laws § 50-15-7 cover?
Section 50-15-7 ("Permitted for recreational or commercial purposes--Compliance required--State and local regulations limited.") is part of the South Dakota Codified Laws, the codified statutory law of South Dakota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite South Dakota § 50-15-7?
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Is this the official text of South Dakota law?
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