South Dakota

Mechanic's Lien

Deadlines & Filing Guide

Know your notice requirements, lien filing deadlines, and foreclosure deadlines before you lose your rights.

GET YOUR  LIEN TOOLKIT

preliminary notice

Required?

Not required for GC or first-tier

Lien Filing Deadline

File by:

120 days after completion (last contribution of work/materials)

Foreclosure Deadline

Enforce by:

6 years (or 30 days if owner demands suit)

Statutory Authority

Where found:

S.D. Codified Laws §§ 44-9-1 et seq.

DEADLINE CALCULATOR

Enter your last day of work to calculate your deadlines.

PRELIMINARY NOTICE
Deadline
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LIEN FILING
Deadline
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FORECLOSURE
Deadline
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Enter your last day of work to see your estimated deadlines.

Where and How to File:

File a lien statement with the Register of Deeds in the county where the property is located. Must include property description, amount due, and name of owner.

Important Notes:

Quick Deadline Timeline

Contract
Signed

Work Begins
Signed

Preliminary
Notice

Not required for GC or first-tier

Last
Furnishing

File Lien

120 days after completion (last contribution of work/materials)

Enforce Lien

6 years (or 30 days if owner demands suit)