South Dakota criminal charge
False fire alarm causing serious bodily injury or death in South Dakota
False fire alarm causing serious bodily injury or death is a Class 5 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-11-9.1. As a Class 5 Felony, 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 § 22-11-9.1.
What is the penalty for false fire alarm causing serious bodily injury or death in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 5 years (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about false fire alarm causing serious bodily injury or death in South Dakota
Is false fire alarm causing serious bodily injury or death a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
False fire alarm causing serious bodily injury or death is a Class 5 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-11-9.1.
What are the penalties for false fire alarm causing serious bodily injury or death in South Dakota?
As a Class 5 Felony, false fire alarm causing serious bodily injury or death carries up to 5 years (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-1 (current).
Which South Dakota statute covers false fire alarm causing serious bodily injury or death?
False fire alarm causing serious bodily injury or death is governed by SDCL § 22-11-9.1 (False fire alarm causing serious bodily injury or death--Felony).
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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.