# HB1104 Summary This bill changes how South Dakota courts handle joint physical custody decisions by requiring judges to presume that joint physical custody is in a child's best interest unless proven otherwise. Previously, courts could award joint custody only if both parents agreed or if the judge found it appropriate—now the law shifts the burden to whichever parent opposes joint custody to show why it wouldn't work.
This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
Judiciary Deferred to the 41st legislative day Passed, YEAS 8, NAYS 4. H.J. 448
Judiciary Scheduled for hearing
First read in House and referred to House Judiciary H.J. 192
Lance Russell
Prime sponsor · Sen.
R
Tom Pischke
Prime sponsor · Rep.
R
Cosponsors
Judiciary — Deferred to the 41st legislative day