South Dakota criminal charge
Intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste in South Dakota
Intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste is a Class 6 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-18-26.2. As a Class 6 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 § 22-18-26.2.
What is the penalty for intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 2 years (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $4,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste in South Dakota
Is intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste is a Class 6 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-18-26.2.
What are the penalties for intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste in South Dakota?
As a Class 6 Felony, intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste carries up to 2 years (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $4,000 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-1 (current).
Which South Dakota statute covers intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste?
Intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste is governed by SDCL § 22-18-26.2 (Intentionally causing contact with bodily fluids or human waste--Unified Judicial System employee--Felony).
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.