South Dakota criminal charge
Assaults with intent to cause serious permanent disfigurement in South Dakota
Assaults with intent to cause serious permanent disfigurement is a Class 2 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-18-1.5. As a Class 2 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 § 22-18-1.5.
What is the penalty for assaults with intent to cause serious permanent disfigurement in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 25 years (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $50,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about assaults with intent to cause serious permanent disfigurement in South Dakota
Is assaults with intent to cause serious permanent disfigurement a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Assaults with intent to cause serious permanent disfigurement is a Class 2 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-18-1.5.
What are the penalties for assaults with intent to cause serious permanent disfigurement in South Dakota?
As a Class 2 Felony, assaults with intent to cause serious permanent disfigurement carries up to 25 years (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $50,000 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-1 (current).
Which South Dakota statute covers assaults with intent to cause serious permanent disfigurement?
Assaults with intent to cause serious permanent disfigurement is governed by SDCL § 22-18-1.5 (Assaults with intent to cause serious permanent disfigurement--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.