THREE-DAY NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR QUIT
(South Dakota)
[// GUIDANCE: South Dakota landlord-tenant law is governed by SDCL Chapters 21-16 (Forcible Entry and Detainer) and 43-32 (Landlord and Tenant). For nonpayment of rent, South Dakota generally requires THREE (3) days' notice for week-to-week tenancies and may allow a 3-day notice with a 14-day cure period for monthly tenancies per SDCL 21-16-1 and 21-16-2. Verify current requirements before use.]
NOTICE INFORMATION
Date of Notice: [DATE]
Tenant Name(s): [TENANT FULL LEGAL NAME(S)]
Rental Property Address: [FULL ADDRESS]
NOTICE TO TENANT
You are in default due to nonpayment of rent.
Amount Due: $[TOTAL]
DEMAND FOR PAYMENT OR POSSESSION
Pursuant to SDCL § 21-16-1 and § 21-16-2, you must within THREE (3) DAYS:
- PAY IN FULL the rent due; OR
- VACATE the premises.
PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS
[LANDLORD NAME]
[ADDRESS]
[PHONE NUMBER]
IMPORTANT NOTICES
- South Dakota Landlord-Tenant Law: SDCL Chapters 21-16 and 43-32.
- Security Deposit: SDCL § 43-32-6.1.
- Legal Assistance: East River Legal Services: 1-800-952-3015; Dakota Plains Legal Services: 1-800-658-2297
SERVICE & SIGNATURE
Served on [DATE] by: ☐ Personal ☐ Posting ☐ Mail
Landlord: [PRINT NAME]
Signature: ____________________________________
Date: [DATE]
Consult a licensed South Dakota attorney for guidance.