South Dakota § 23-5B-13 Effect of match between DNA sample and DNA evidence.

South Dakota Statutes

§ 23-5B-13 — Effect of match between DNA sample and DNA evidence.

South Dakota § 23-5B-13

Title 23LAW ENFORCEMENT

Ch. 23-5BDNA TESTING OF PERSONS CONVICTED OF FELONIES

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S.D. Codified Laws § 23-5B-13 (2026).

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If DNA test results obtained pursuant to this chapter show that the petitioner was the source of the DNA evidence, the court shall:

(1)Deny the petitioner relief; and (2) On motion of the state:

(a)Assess the petitioner the cost of any DNA testing carried out pursuant to this chapter; and (b) Order that the finding be forwarded to the South Dakota Board of Pardons and Paroles so that the board may consider the finding in reviewing any subsequent parole application submitted by the petitioner.

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If DNA test results obtained pursuant to this chapter show that the petitioner was the source of the DNA evidence, the court shall: (1) Deny the petitioner relief; and (2) On motion of the state: (a) Assess the petitioner the cost of any DNA testing carried out pursuant to this chapter; and (b) Order that the finding be forwarded to the South Dakota Board of Pardons and Paroles so that the board may consider the finding in reviewing any subsequent parole application submitted by the petitioner.