The Brand Board employs criminal investigators. These Investigators are certified law enforcement officers and have the duty, responsibility, and authority to investigate and enforce livestock brand, livestock ownership inspection, and livestock transportation laws for the State Brand Board.

Shorty Zilverberg – Chief Investigator
209 W Dakota Ave.
Pierre, South Dakota 57501
(605) 773-5813
e-mail: shorty.zilverberg@state.sd.us

Shad Stromer - Criminal Investigator
209 W Dakota Ave
Pierre, SD  57501
(605) 773-6164
e-mail: shad.stromer@state.sd.us