South Dakota criminal charge
False reporting to authorities in South Dakota
False reporting to authorities is a Class 1 Misdemeanor under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-11-9. 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 § 22-11-9.
What is the penalty for false reporting to authorities 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 false reporting to authorities in South Dakota
Is false reporting to authorities a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
False reporting to authorities is a Class 1 Misdemeanor in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-11-9.
What are the penalties for false reporting to authorities in South Dakota?
As a Class 1 Misdemeanor, false reporting to authorities 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 false reporting to authorities?
False reporting to authorities is governed by SDCL § 22-11-9 (False reporting to authorities--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.