The bill amends South Dakota law regarding the operation of motor vehicles by individuals convicted of certain offenses. Specifically, it expands the list of violations that can lead to a driver's license revocation to include additional statutes, such as 22-42-5.1, 22-42-6, 22-42-7, 22-42-8, and 22-42-9, alongside the existing statutes. For a first conviction, the revocation period is set at ninety days, while a second or subsequent conviction results in a revocation of one year or until the individual's seventeenth birthday, whichever is longer. The bill also allows the court to issue an order permitting individuals to operate a vehicle for specific purposes, including employment, child care, health appointments, and attendance at school or court, provided they prove financial responsibility.

Additionally, the bill mandates that upon suspending an individual's driving privileges, judges must restrict driving to the same specified purposes as mentioned above. The requirement for individuals to establish financial responsibility before being allowed to drive under these restrictions is reinforced, ensuring that the restrictions remain in effect for the duration of the suspension. Overall, the bill aims to clarify and expand the conditions under which certain offenders may operate a motor vehicle while ensuring accountability through financial responsibility.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 12/26/2025: 32-12-52.3, 32-35-122