The bill amends South Dakota's search and seizure provisions to explicitly include digital currency within the definition of "property" as it pertains to legal searches and seizures. The existing law is modified to clarify that "property" encompasses not only traditional items such as documents and tangible objects but also digital currency. This change aims to ensure that law enforcement can effectively address issues related to digital assets in the context of search warrants and seizures.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new definition for "digital currency," describing it as a digital representation of value that is recorded on a cryptographically secured distributed ledger or similar technology, such as blockchain. This definition is intended to provide clarity and guidance for legal proceedings involving digital currencies, ensuring that they are treated appropriately under the law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/06/2026: 23A-35-14