Bill > HB1274

This bill amends South Dakota law to prohibit the knowing dispensing, distribution, sale, or advertisement of any article or thing designed, adapted, or intended for producing an abortion, or anything advertised or described in a way that suggests it can be used for abortion, specifically when done for the purpose of an unlawful abortion as defined by state law (§ 22-17-5.1). Violating this prohibition is classified as a Class 6 felony, which is a criminal offense. Additionally, the bill allows the Attorney General to pursue civil penalties of up to $10,000 for each violation, with collected funds going to a specific state subfund. The Attorney General is also empowered to seek injunctions, which are court orders to stop or prevent illegal activities, against those believed to be violating these provisions, and can recover legal costs and fees in both criminal and civil actions.

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https://sdlegislature.gov/#/Session/Bill/26881