South Dakota criminal charge
Disseminating material harmful to minors as misdemeanor in South Dakota
Disseminating material harmful to minors as misdemeanor is a Class 1 Misdemeanor under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-24-28. 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 § 22-24-28.
What is the penalty for disseminating material harmful to minors as misdemeanor 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 disseminating material harmful to minors as misdemeanor in South Dakota
Is disseminating material harmful to minors as misdemeanor a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Disseminating material harmful to minors as misdemeanor is a Class 1 Misdemeanor in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-24-28.
What are the penalties for disseminating material harmful to minors as misdemeanor in South Dakota?
As a Class 1 Misdemeanor, disseminating material harmful to minors as misdemeanor 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 disseminating material harmful to minors as misdemeanor?
Disseminating material harmful to minors as misdemeanor is governed by SDCL § 22-24-28 (Disseminating material harmful to minors as 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.