The bill amends South Dakota's driving under the influence (DUI) laws, specifically addressing penalties for individuals convicted of a sixth or subsequent DUI offense. It establishes that if a person has at least five prior DUI convictions within the last twenty-five years, with at least two occurring within the last ten years, the current violation is classified as an aggravated offense, resulting in a Class 4 felony charge. The bill mandates a minimum six-year sentence in a state correctional facility for those convicted of this aggravated offense, with specific conditions for parole and participation in monitoring programs.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the individual's driver license will be revoked for a minimum of three years from the date of sentencing or release from imprisonment, whichever is later. It includes provisions for allowing limited driving privileges for employment and essential activities upon successful completion of a court-approved chemical dependency program. The bill also outlines supervision requirements for individuals on probation or parole, emphasizing the use of monitoring tools and the consequences for violating supervision conditions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/23/2026: 32-23-4.9