South Dakota criminal charge
Criminal battery of an unborn child in South Dakota
Criminal battery of an unborn child is a Class 1 Misdemeanor under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-18-1.2. As a Class 1 Misdemeanor, 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 § 22-18-1.2.
What is the penalty for criminal battery of an unborn child in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 1 year (county jail) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-2 |
| Fine | up to $2,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-2 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about criminal battery of an unborn child in South Dakota
Is criminal battery of an unborn child a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Criminal battery of an unborn child is a Class 1 Misdemeanor in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-18-1.2.
What are the penalties for criminal battery of an unborn child in South Dakota?
As a Class 1 Misdemeanor, criminal battery of an unborn child carries up to 1 year (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $2,000 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-2 (current).
Which South Dakota statute covers criminal battery of an unborn child?
Criminal battery of an unborn child is governed by SDCL § 22-18-1.2 (Criminal battery of an unborn child--Misdemeanor).
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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.