South Dakota Accident Records
The South Dakota Office of Accident Records maintains a database of motor vehicle traffic crash information for public roadways.
By retrieving and processing statistics from statewide crashes, we can better identify problems, assist in countermeasures and evaluate solutions to improve roadway safety in South Dakota.
2024 Motor Vehicle Traffic Accident Reporting instruction manual
Purchase a Crash Report
Our Office provides crash records and reports upon request for individuals, insurance agents, law enforcement and others in compliance with Marsy’s Law. Find and purchase a crash report now.
Marsy’s Law
Pursuant to South Dakota Attorney General Official Opinion No. 16-02, dated December 5, 2016, state and local government entities may release crash reports to the public without violating Article VI, §29 of the South Dakota Constitution. After a crash report is submitted by the investigating law enforcement agency and accepted into the South Dakota Accident Records Database, it becomes available for purchase. However, if victims choose to exercise their rights under Marsy's Law after the submission of a crash report, the Office of Accident Records will promptly remove the report from all records. Find more information on Victims’ Rights and Marsy’s Law.
Links & Resources
If you’ve been in a crash, the Department of Public Safety is here to help. See the links below for more traffic safety information and resources for those who’ve experienced a motor vehicle crash.
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
- Fatal Accident Reporting System (FARS)
- Crash Assistance Program
- South Dakota Office of Highway Safety
- South Dakota Driving Records
- Marsy’s Law
