How to sign your South Dakota title when selling your vehicle

The registered owner of the vehicle should complete the following easy steps:
  1. First, print (don’t sign) your name on the back of the title where it reads “Hand printed name of seller(s)”.
  2. Next, sign the back of the title where indicated by “Signature of Seller(s)”.
If there is more than one owner of the vehicle, both must sign the title.Click to enlarge

How to get a duplicate title

If the vehicle was last titled in a state other than South Dakota, you must apply for a duplicate title in the previous state.

The registered owner of the vehicle should do the following:

  1. Fill out the State of South Dakota Application for a Duplicate Certificate of Title.
  2. If your vehicle is newer than 10 years old provide a current odometer reading. You can choose one of the following options: Bring your duplicate title application to the local county treasurer’s office, or Mail your application to the SD division of motor vehicles at:

Duplicate Title Section
Division of Motor Vehicles
445 East Capitol Ave.
Pierre, SD 57501-3185

Please note that there may be a one or two waiting period before a duplicate title can be issued and the cost is $10.00.