South Dakota Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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South Dakota's Concealed Pistol Permits (CPP) are issued by which of the following?

  1. The South Dakota Attorney General

  2. Local police departments

  3. The county sheriff's office

  4. South Dakota Department of Public Safety

The correct answer is: The county sheriff's office

In South Dakota, Concealed Pistol Permits (CPP) are issued by the county sheriff's office. This is because South Dakota law grants the authority to issue CPPs to the county sheriff in the applicant's county of residence. The sheriff's office is responsible for reviewing applications, conducting background checks, and issuing concealed carry permits to eligible individuals. It is important to understand the correct issuing authority for CPPs in South Dakota to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations.