Bill > HB1023

This bill modifies the legal definition of "conviction" specifically for the purposes of license revocation in hunting and fishing contexts, and updates the procedural requirements for surrendering licenses when a person's privileges are revoked. The bill adds a new section to clarify that a "conviction" now includes not just guilty verdicts or pleas, but also no contest pleas, suspended sentences, bail forfeitures, and any other judgments of guilt in a criminal case. When a person's hunting or fishing license is revoked, they must immediately surrender the license to the court or clerk of courts if present at the time of conviction, or deliver the license to the Department of Game, Fish and Parks within 14 days. The court or clerk must note the revocation on the license and return it to the department. If a person fails to comply with these requirements, they will be charged with a Class 2 misdemeanor. For combination licenses, the revocation will be noted, but the license will remain valid for other permitted purposes. This bill aims to provide more clarity and specificity in the process of license revocation and what constitutes a conviction in this context.

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Judiciary (House)

https://sdlegislature.gov/#/Session/Bill/25583