SB238

Authorize the removal of occupants from certain short-term lodging accommodations, and to provide a penalty therefor.

Introduced·2/4/26
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South Dakota SB238 allows hotels, campgrounds, and RV parks to remove individuals who fail to check out or pay by the scheduled time.

South Dakota SB238 authorizes hotels, campgrounds, and RV parks to remove individuals who do not check out or pay by the scheduled time. If an individual fails to leave within 24 hours of a request, the establishment may ask law enforcement to remove them. Refusing to leave after this period is a Class 1 misdemeanor. Wrongly ejected individuals can sue for damages, equitable relief, and attorney's fees.

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History

Feb 5

Senate

Withdrawn at the Request of the Prime Sponsor S.J. 198

Feb 4

Senate

First Reading Senate S.J. 180