The South Dakota Emblem Registration Application is a form used to register a trademark or logo in the state of South Dakota. This registration allows the trademark or logo to be used exclusively by the registered owner in the state, providing legal protection against any infringing use of the mark or logo. There are two types of South Dakota Emblem Registration Applications; the Standard Application and the Short Form Application. The Standard Application requires more detailed information about the trademark or logo, while the Short Form Application requires less information but is less comprehensive in its protection. Both applications must be accompanied by a fee and require the owner of the trademark or logo to submit a physical specimen of the mark or logo.