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SD HB1167
Bill
Status
1/28/2026
Primary Sponsor
Aaron Aylward
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AI Summary
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Adds public libraries to the list of locations where registered sex offenders are prohibited from loitering, alongside existing community safety zones
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Removes the previous exception that allowed registered sex offenders to be present in these areas for observing or contacting a minor related to them or in their care and custody
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Exemptions remain for offenders who were under 18 at the time of offense and not tried as adults, or those granted court exemption under § 22-24B-28
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First violation constitutes a Class 6 felony; subsequent violations elevated to Class 5 felony
Legislative Description
Revise a provision related to loitering within a community safety zone.
Crimes
Last Action
Judiciary Deferred to the 41st legislative day, Passed, YEAS 7, NAYS 2.
2/11/2026