Titling a newly purchased ATV\Off-Road vehicle or Snowmobile

ATV\Off-Road Vehicle or Snowmobile Title Transfer and Registration in South Dakota – Pennington County

In South Dakota, n South Dakota, all ATVs, off-road vehicles, and snowmobiles are required to be titled. To register an ATV or off-road vehicle for street use, all street-legal accessories must be installed, and a completed Low Speed and Off-Road Vehicle Affidavit must be submitted.

Buyers have 45 days from the purchase date of a new or used trailer to transfer the title into their name. A penalty of $1 per week (up to 26 weeks) will be assessed for late transfers, with a flat penalty of $50 applied after 26 weeks. Additional interest of 1% and penalties will apply to the 4% vehicle excise tax if the transfer is not completed within 45 days, with further fees due on the 60th day after purchase.

Titling requires providing a valid South Dakota driver’s license or ID for each owner. If an owner has an out of state driver’s license or ID then a clear copy of their social security card, or other acceptable proof, will be required. Businesses must provide their FEIN #. If there are multiple owners both may need to sign the documents depending on how the names are connected.

 

Know Your County

If you live in Box Elder your physical address could be either Pennington County or Meade County. South Dakota residents must register their vehicles in the county they reside.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Below, you'll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about titling and registration in Pennington County.

If you have additional questions not answered here please call our office at 605-394-2163 from 8:00 am – 11:00 am and 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm MDT Monday through Thursday or send us a message through our Contact Us page.

Are ATVs and Off-Road Vehicles Required to Be Registered in South Dakota?

What Documents Are Required to Title a Newly Purchased ATV/Off-Road Vehicle or Snowmobile in South Dakota?

What are the Fees for Title Transfer and Registration?

How Much Does it Cost to Register a Snowmoile?

How are Vehicle Registration Fees Calculated?

Can I Process My Title and Registration by Mail?

How Do I Get a Quote for Title and Registration Fees?

Can I Request Expedited Service?

What Payment Options Are Available for Titling and Registration?

Is a title required in South Dakota?

What is required for a valid purchase agreement or bill of sale?

How to fill out the Motor Vehicle and Boat Title Application

Can I get an extension on the 45-day requirement to title and register a newly purchased ATV/Off-Road vehicle?

How is the 4% excise tax calculated?

When is the Non-Resident fee applicable?

I received an ATV\Off-Road vehicle as a gift- Do I have to pay excise tax?

I have inherited an ATV\Off-Road vehicle, what do I do?

Can I title and register my ATV\Off Road vehicle in South Dakota if I live out of state?

Can I title my ATV\Off-Road vehicle in the name of a trust?

I have plates from an ATV\Off-Road vehicle I have sold, can I transfer them to my new purchase?

I am a non-resident, can I get a permit for an ATV\Off-Road Vehicle for use in South Dakota?

Does South Dakota title Golf Carts?

Does South Dakota title Mopeds, Motor Scooters, toy ATVs, etc?

Are there restrictions on where\when I can operate a snowmobile?