South Dakota HB1126 revises DUI laws, enhancing supervision and penalties for repeat offenders.

South Dakota HB1126 modifies DUI-related provisions, emphasizing stricter supervision for repeat offenders. It mandates that individuals convicted of DUI and placed on probation, parole, or released from prison must enroll in alcohol or drug accountability programs or use monitoring tools like ignition interlocks. The court can suspend sentences if the offender completes specific court programs. The bill also increases penalties for aggravated DUI offenses, requiring longer prison sentences and mandatory participation in accountability programs.

South Dakota HB1126 revises DUI laws, enhancing supervision and penalties for repeat offenders.

South Dakota HB1126 modifies DUI-related provisions, emphasizing stricter supervision for repeat offenders. It mandates that individuals convicted of DUI and placed on probation, parole, or released from prison must enroll in alcohol or drug accountability programs or use monitoring tools like ignition interlocks. The court can suspend sentences if the offender completes specific court programs. The bill also increases penalties for aggravated DUI offenses, requiring longer prison sentences and mandatory participation in accountability programs.