HB 1236·SD·house
establish civil liability for furnishing alcohol to an obviously intoxicated person.
FailedFiled Jan 29, 2026
Sponsor: Pourier
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Deferred to the 41st legislative day
Feb 20, 2026
Summary
The measure amends South Dakota law to forbid any licensee, employee, or agent from selling or serving alcohol to a person who is obviously intoxicated. Violations become Class 1 misdemeanors, but the bill also states that licensees cannot be held civilly liable for injuries caused by such service. It targets bars, restaurants, and other alcohol‑selling establishments.
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