South Dakota criminal charge
Criminal entry of a motor vehicle in South Dakota
Criminal entry of a motor vehicle is a Class 1 Misdemeanor under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-32-20. 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 § 22-32-20.
What is the penalty for criminal entry of a motor vehicle 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 entry of a motor vehicle in South Dakota
Is criminal entry of a motor vehicle a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Criminal entry of a motor vehicle is a Class 1 Misdemeanor in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-32-20.
What are the penalties for criminal entry of a motor vehicle in South Dakota?
As a Class 1 Misdemeanor, criminal entry of a motor vehicle 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 entry of a motor vehicle?
Criminal entry of a motor vehicle is governed by SDCL § 22-32-20 (Criminal entry of a motor vehicle--Misdemeanor).
Legal terms used in this law
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.