South Dakota criminal charge
Assault by juvenile confined in detention facility or juvenile corrections facility in South Dakota
Assault by juvenile confined in detention facility or juvenile corrections facility is a Class 6 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-18-29.1. As a Class 6 Felony, it is punishable within the statutory sentencing range South Dakota sets for that offense class. South Dakota sorts criminal offenses into felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses, each carrying its own penalty range.
Defined by SDCL § 22-18-29.1.
What is the penalty for assault by juvenile confined in detention facility or juvenile corrections facility in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 2 years (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $4,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about assault by juvenile confined in detention facility or juvenile corrections facility in South Dakota
Is assault by juvenile confined in detention facility or juvenile corrections facility a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Assault by juvenile confined in detention facility or juvenile corrections facility is a Class 6 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-18-29.1.
What are the penalties for assault by juvenile confined in detention facility or juvenile corrections facility in South Dakota?
As a Class 6 Felony, assault by juvenile confined in detention facility or juvenile corrections facility carries up to 2 years (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $4,000 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-1 (current).
Which South Dakota statute covers assault by juvenile confined in detention facility or juvenile corrections facility?
Assault by juvenile confined in detention facility or juvenile corrections facility is governed by SDCL § 22-18-29.1 (Assault by juvenile confined in detention facility or juvenile corrections facility--Intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste--Felony).
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This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.