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South Dakota Attorney CLE (Continuing Legal Education) Requirements

What attorneys need to renew in South Dakota.

Total CLE requiredNo mandatory CLE
Reporting cycleNo mandatory CLE requirement
LicenseAttorney (bar admission)
Governing bodySouth Dakota bar / MCLE authority
Good to know: South Dakota has no mandatory continuing legal education for attorneys. (Members voted in 2025 to propose a 20 hrs/2-yr rule, not yet adopted.)

Verified from official sources. Compiled from the South Dakota bar / MCLE authority and published administrative rules, last reviewed October 7, 2026. Always confirm current rules on the official page.

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This page is a plain-language summary for convenience, not legal advice, and continuing-education rules change. Verify current requirements with the South Dakota bar / MCLE authority before you renew. Questions? hello@certolino.com

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