A South Dakota Royalty Deed with Limited Warranty is a legal document used in the state of South Dakota to transfer ownership of mineral rights or royalties from one party to another. This type of deed ensures that the granter (seller) warrants to the grantee (buyer) that they have the legal right to convey the mineral rights or royalties and that the property is free from any defects in title, except for those specifically mentioned in the deed. In South Dakota, there are two main types of Royalty Deeds with Limited Warranty that are commonly used: 1. Oil and Gas Royalty Deed with Limited Warranty: This type of deed specifically transfers the ownership of oil and gas royalties from the granter to the grantee. It ensures that the grantee will receive the future income derived from the production and extraction of oil and gas from the specified property. The limited warranty confirms that the granter has not previously conveyed the same royalties to another party and that there are no undisclosed defects in the title. 2. Mineral Royalty Deed with Limited Warranty: This deed is similar to the Oil and Gas Royalty Deed, but it pertains to other minerals or mineral rights, excluding oil and gas. It may include royalties from minerals like coal, gold, silver, copper, uranium, or any other valuable substances found on the property. The limited warranty guarantees that the granter has the legal right to transfer these specific mineral rights to the grantee and that there are no known defects in the title. Both types of South Dakota Royalty Deeds with Limited Warranty serve as important legal instruments to protect the interests of both the buyer and the seller in a mineral rights transaction. The limited warranty ensures that the grantee receives the conveyed rights without the risk of competing claims or undisclosed encumbrances. It is recommended that individuals seek professional legal advice to draft or review these deeds to ensure compliance with state laws and protect their interests in any mineral rights transactions in South Dakota.