South Dakota criminal charge
Indecent exposure involving a child in South Dakota
Indecent exposure involving a child is a criminal offense under South Dakota law, defined by SDCL § 22-24-1.3. Its classification is not fixed: South Dakota assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by SDCL § 22-24-1.3.
What is the penalty for indecent exposure involving a child in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 2 years (First offense — First conviction of indecent exposure involving a child.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $4,000 (First offense — First conviction of indecent exposure involving a child.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Jail / prison | up to 5 years (Second or subsequent offense — Second or subsequent conviction for indecent exposure involving a child.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (Second or subsequent offense — Second or subsequent conviction for indecent exposure involving a child.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
Applies to current.
How is indecent exposure involving a child classified in South Dakota?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| First offense | Class 6 Felony | First conviction of indecent exposure involving a child. | SDCL § 22-24-1.3undefined |
| Second or subsequent offense | Class 5 Felony | Second or subsequent conviction for indecent exposure involving a child. | SDCL § 22-24-1.3undefined |
Common questions about indecent exposure involving a child in South Dakota
Is indecent exposure involving a child a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
What are the penalties for indecent exposure involving a child in South Dakota?
Penalties for indecent exposure involving a child in South Dakota depend on how it is classified — from a Class 6 Felony up to a Class 5 Felony — with the ranges set by SDCL § 22-6-1; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which South Dakota statute covers indecent exposure involving a child?
Indecent exposure involving a child is governed by SDCL § 22-24-1.3 (Indecent exposure involving a child--Felony).
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.