This bill aims to revise and repeal certain provisions related to contempt of custody or visitation decrees in South Dakota. Specifically, it amends section 25-4A-8 to clarify that the provisions of 23A-38-2 do not apply to sections 25-4A-1 through 25-4A-5. Additionally, the bill repeals sections 25-4A-6 and 25-4A-7, which likely contained outdated or redundant regulations regarding probation for contempt in custody or visitation cases.

By removing these sections, the bill seeks to streamline the legal framework surrounding custody and visitation decrees, potentially making it easier to enforce compliance without the option of probation for contempt. This legislative change reflects a shift towards a more straightforward approach in handling violations of custody and visitation orders.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 12/26/2025: 25-4A-8, 25-4A-6, 25-4A-7
Enrolled, 02/23/2026: 25-4A-8, 25-4A-6, 25-4A-7