South Dakota criminal charge
Keeping slot machines in South Dakota
Keeping slot machines is a Class 1 Misdemeanor under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-25-13. 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 § 22-25-13.
What is the penalty for keeping slot machines 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 keeping slot machines in South Dakota
Is keeping slot machines a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Keeping slot machines is a Class 1 Misdemeanor in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-25-13.
What are the penalties for keeping slot machines in South Dakota?
As a Class 1 Misdemeanor, keeping slot machines 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 keeping slot machines?
Keeping slot machines is governed by SDCL § 22-25-13 (Keeping slot machines--Free play machines excepted--Misdemeanor--Manufacture not prohibited).
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.