South Dakota criminal charge
Defiance of emergency management order restricting area in South Dakota
Defiance of emergency management order restricting area is a Class 1 Misdemeanor under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-35-8. 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 § 22-35-8.
What is the penalty for defiance of emergency management order restricting area 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 defiance of emergency management order restricting area in South Dakota
Is defiance of emergency management order restricting area a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Defiance of emergency management order restricting area is a Class 1 Misdemeanor in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-35-8.
What are the penalties for defiance of emergency management order restricting area in South Dakota?
As a Class 1 Misdemeanor, defiance of emergency management order restricting area 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 defiance of emergency management order restricting area?
Defiance of emergency management order restricting area is governed by SDCL § 22-35-8 (Defiance of emergency management order restricting area--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.