The Department of Criminal Investigation employs livestock investigators who are certified law enforcement officers.  They have the duty, responsibility, and authority to investigate and enforce livestock brand, livestock ownership inspection, and livestock transportation laws for the State Brand Board.

Scott Rechtenbaugh - Supervisory Special Agent
1302 East Hwy 14, Suite 5
Pierre, SD  57501
(605) 773-4199
e-mail: Scott.Rechtenbaugh@state.sd.us

Shorty Zilverberg – Special Assistant Attorney General
209 W Dakota Ave.
Pierre, South Dakota 57501
(605) 773-5813
e-mail: Shorty.Zilverberg@state.sd.us

Shad Stromer - Special Assistant Attorney General
209 W Dakota Ave
Pierre, SD  57501
(605) 773-6164
e-mail: Shad.Stromer@state.sd.us