South Dakota Petition Form is a document used by individuals, organizations, or companies to request a specific action from the South Dakota state government. This form can be used to initiate a ballot measure, recall an elected official, or create a new law. There are three main types of South Dakota Petition Forms: Initiative Petition, Referendum Petition, and Recall Petition. The Initiative Petition is used to introduce a proposed law, usually initiated by citizens and requiring signatures from registered voters in order to be placed on the ballot in the next election. Referendum Petitions are used to refer a law that has already been passed by the Legislature to the voters. Recall Petitions are used to initiate a recall of an elected official from office. Each type of South Dakota Petition Form requires specific language and specific signatures in order for the petition to be valid.