South Dakota criminal charge
Driver under age of twenty-one operating vehicle after alcohol or drug consumption in South Dakota
Driver under age of twenty-one operating vehicle after alcohol or drug consumption is a Class 2 Misdemeanor under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 32-23-21. As a Class 2 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 § 32-23-21.
What is the penalty for driver under age of twenty-one operating vehicle after alcohol or drug consumption in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 30 days (county jail) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-2 |
| Fine | up to $500 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-2 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about driver under age of twenty-one operating vehicle after alcohol or drug consumption in South Dakota
Is driver under age of twenty-one operating vehicle after alcohol or drug consumption a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Driver under age of twenty-one operating vehicle after alcohol or drug consumption is a Class 2 Misdemeanor in South Dakota under SDCL § 32-23-21.
What are the penalties for driver under age of twenty-one operating vehicle after alcohol or drug consumption in South Dakota?
As a Class 2 Misdemeanor, driver under age of twenty-one operating vehicle after alcohol or drug consumption carries up to 30 days (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $500 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-2 (current).
Which South Dakota statute covers driver under age of twenty-one operating vehicle after alcohol or drug consumption?
Driver under age of twenty-one operating vehicle after alcohol or drug consumption is governed by SDCL § 32-23-21 (Driver under age of twenty-one operating vehicle after alcohol or drug consumption--Misdemeanor--Suspension of license--Restricted driving privilege).
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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.