This bill creates a new crime in South Dakota for possessing a weapon or tools with the intent to commit theft. Anyone convicted of this offense would face criminal penalties under state law. The bill essentially makes it illegal to carry weapons or theft tools when planning to steal, even before any theft actually occurs.
This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
Judiciary Deferred to the 41st legislative day Passed, YEAS 7, NAYS 6.
Judiciary Scheduled for hearing H.J. 1
First read in House and referred to House Judiciary H.J. 175
Tyler Tordsen
Prime sponsor · Rep.
R
Cosponsors
Judiciary — Deferred to the 41st legislative day