Bill
HB 1096
prohibit eligibility for a suspended imposition of sentence for certain rape offenses.
2025 Regular Session
Introduced by Heather Baxter and 14 co-sponsors
South Dakota eliminates suspended sentence eligibility for certain rape offenses, mandating permanent conviction and sentencing without judicial discretion to defer judgment.
Signed by the Governor on 2025-03-31 H.J. 552