HB1126

Revise a provision related to driving under the influence.

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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.

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Sponsors

DDD
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

33 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 26

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Jan 28

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 9

House

Signed by the Governor on March 09, 2026 H.J. 534

Mar 5

House

Delivered to the Governor on March 05, 2026 H.J. 520

Mar 4

Senate

Signed by the President S.J. 470