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SD SB43

Bill

Status

Passed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Judiciary

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends South Dakota statute § 23A-35-14 to explicitly include "digital currency" in the definition of "property" subject to search and seizure laws, alongside documents, books, papers, and other tangible objects

  • Defines "digital currency" as a digital representation of value recorded on a cryptographically secured distributed ledger, blockchain, or similar technology

  • Authorizes law enforcement to obtain search warrants for digital currency using the same procedures applicable to other forms of property

  • Enrolled bill from the 101st Legislative Session (2026), originated in the South Dakota Senate

Legislative Description

Address search and seizure provisions applicable to digital currency.

Criminal Procedure

Last Action

Signed by the Governor on March 12, 2026 S.J. 529

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/20/2026
Judiciary1/13/2026

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