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repeal certain provisions regarding permits for concealed pistols.

HB 1094 eliminates South Dakota's legal requirements for obtaining permits to carry concealed pistols by repealing the state laws that governed how those permits were issued and managed. This change effectively removes the permit process entirely, allowing residents to carry concealed handguns without needing government approval or a permit document.

provide for the renewal of an enhanced permit to carry a concealed pistol.

This bill makes it harder to renew an enhanced concealed carry permit by shortening the grace period to renew from 60 days to 30 days after expiration, and by requiring permit holders to provide proof they completed a live fire handgun training course during the renewal window. The bill also extends the window to begin renewal from 90 days before expiration to 180 days before, giving people a longer period to complete the renewal process overall.

provide for a risk protection order authorizing the seizure of firearms and ammunition.

SB82 creates a new "risk protection order" that allows courts to temporarily seize firearms and ammunition from individuals deemed to pose a significant risk of harm to themselves or others. Law enforcement or designated parties can petition a court for these orders, and a judge can authorize the seizure of weapons if they find sufficient evidence of danger. The seized firearms and ammunition would be held during the protection order period, which can be renewed if the risk persists.

revise the requirements for an enhanced permit to carry a concealed pistol.

This bill changes how South Dakota residents apply for an enhanced permit to carry a concealed pistol by clarifying the application process and fee structure. Applicants must now submit fingerprints for a criminal background check (costing $43.25) along with a $100 application fee, with the fee split between the county sheriff and the state secretary of state's office. The bill also makes clear that the enhanced permit is optional rather than mandatory for concealed carry.

establish shooting course requirements for current or former law enforcement officers seeking an enhanced permit to carry a concealed pistol.

This bill adds a new requirement for current and former law enforcement officers applying for an enhanced concealed carry permit in South Dakota: they must complete a qualifying handgun course within the past twelve months or meet an alternative qualification. The change updates the existing application requirements for enhanced permits to include this shooting course standard for law enforcement applicants.