No. Throwing stars (shuriken) are classified as “prohibited weapons” under South Dakota Codified Laws § 22-1-2(17), making their possession, manufacture, or sale unlawful without a valid permit. Local law enforcement agencies, including the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation, enforce these restrictions, with recent 2026 legislative proposals tightening penalties for non-compliance.
Key Regulations for Throwing Stars (Shuriken) in South Dakota
- Prohibited Possession: SDCL § 22-1-2(17) explicitly bans shuriken as “any instrument of like kind” to throwing knives or brass knuckles, regardless of intended use.
- Penalties for Violation: Unlawful possession may result in Class 6 felony charges, punishable by up to two years imprisonment and/or a $4,000 fine, per SDCL § 22-6-1.
- Permit Exceptions: Only law enforcement, licensed collectors (with pre-1900 antique verification), or individuals with a valid South Dakota Department of Public Safety “Dangerous Weapon Permit” may possess shuriken. Applications require fingerprinting and background checks.