The Lieutenant Governor is the second-highest ranking official of the state executive office. The Lieutenant Governor is the first successor to the Governor and the presiding officer of the State Senate, only voting to break a tie.
The Governor and lieutenant governor must be citizens of the United States, have attained the age of 21 years, and be residents of the State of South Dakota for 2 years preceding their election. Term Limit: 2 consecutive terms
Filing Requirements
Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of major party - 1% of the voters who voted for that party's gubernatorial candidate at the last gubernatorial election in the state. Alternative party - 1% of the voters who voted for that party's statewide candidate receiving the highest votes at the last gubernatorial election in the state. Independent - 1% of the total combined vote cast for Governor at the last certified gubernatorial election within the district or political subdivision. New party - 250 signatures
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.