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HB1015

Create a pilot program in the Unified Judicial System to develop a pretrial release program.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Establishes a pilot program in South Dakota's Unified Judicial System for pretrial release supervision.

South Dakota HB1015 establishes a pilot program within the Unified Judicial System to allow committing magistrate judges or circuit court judges to place individuals charged with misdemeanor or felony offenses under the supervision of a presentence court services officer. The pilot program will expire on December 31, 2027, and requires a report to the Legislature detailing pretrial screenings, case numbers, outcomes, and costs.

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Where it stands

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

33 Yea

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34 Nay

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3 Absent

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Calendar

Jan 21

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Jan 27

House

No motion to reconsider H.J. 147

Jan 26

House

House of Representatives Do Pass, Failed, YEAS 33, NAYS 34. H.J. 138

Jan 26

House

Intent to reconsider H.J. 138