If I lock myself out of my vehicle with my keys in the car, who can assist me?
The Sheriff’s Office cannot access a locked vehicle unless it is during the course of enforcing the law or if there is reason to believe that not accessing the vehicle can result in injury or could be life threatening. If keys have been locked in a vehicle, the owner will have to contact one of the local towing companies in the county.
Can I have a fire in Custer County?
The answer to this truly depends on where you are located. Federal and State lands as well as municipalities have their own restrictions. Custer County has developed this document as quick reference guide. https://www.custercountysd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Custer_County_Burning_Regulations.pdf
Where in Custer County can I renew my driver’s license?
In Custer County, you can get a driver’s license from 08:00 to 17:00 hours at the Courthouse Annex Building located next to the Library at 447 Crook Street in Custer, SD the first three Wednesdays of each month. Licenses can also be obtained in Rapid City at 1301 East Catron Boulevard, Room 105 Monday through Friday from 07:00 hours to 17:30 hours. For additional information, please access the South Dakota Department of Public Safety Driver Licensing Home Page at: https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing
How do I find out about Road Conditions?
The South Dakota Department of Transportation has a website that details main road conditions and provides access to traffic cameras located through the state: https://www.sd511.org/
How do I obtain a Temporary ATV Permit?
Starting July 1, 2023, non-resident off-road vehicle permits will be available for purchase and are valid for one year. Beginning on July 1st, applications for the annual permit can be processed through any local county treasurer’s office or online using the updated off-road vehicle permit application. The cost for the permit is $50 and will expire the end of the month of the following year. Decals mailed to the applicant will be subject to an additional $1.50 mailing fee. Online applications should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the planned trip to allow for processing and mail time. This permit is for the use of the roads and highways of South Dakota, if using US Forest Service trails, a separate permit is required. Please contact Black Hills National Forest office. For other Visitor questions contact Black Hills Visitor Center at 605-355-3700. Find your local County Treasurer
Do I really have to fence out livestock?
We created this guide to help people understand the Open Range on the National Forest. Open Range AKA Fence In vs Fence Out
