South Dakota criminal charge
Manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll in South Dakota
Manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll is a criminal offense under South Dakota law, defined by SDCL § 22-24A-1.1. 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 § 22-24A-1.1.
What is the penalty for manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 10 years (First offense - manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll — Applies to a first offense of creating, causing/permitting creation of, or knowingly distributing, selling, displaying for sale, or disseminating a child-like sex doll.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $20,000 (First offense - manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll — Applies to a first offense of creating, causing/permitting creation of, or knowingly distributing, selling, displaying for sale, or disseminating a child-like sex doll.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Jail / prison | up to 15 years (Second or subsequent offense within 15 years — Applies when a person is convicted of a second or subsequent violation of this section within fifteen years of a prior conviction.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $30,000 (Second or subsequent offense within 15 years — Applies when a person is convicted of a second or subsequent violation of this section within fifteen years of a prior conviction.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
Applies to current.
How is manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll classified in South Dakota?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| First offense - manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll | Class 4 Felony | Applies to a first offense of creating, causing/permitting creation of, or knowingly distributing, selling, displaying for sale, or disseminating a child-like sex doll. | SDCL § 22-24A-1.1undefined |
| Second or subsequent offense within 15 years | Class 3 Felony | Applies when a person is convicted of a second or subsequent violation of this section within fifteen years of a prior conviction. | SDCL § 22-24A-1.1undefined |
Common questions about manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll in South Dakota
Is manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
It depends on the circumstances: manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll ranges from a Class 4 Felony to a Class 3 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-24A-1.1.
First offense - manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll: Class 4 Felony (SDCL § 22-24A-1.1) · Second or subsequent offense within 15 years: Class 3 Felony (SDCL § 22-24A-1.1)
What are the penalties for manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll in South Dakota?
Penalties for manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll in South Dakota depend on how it is classified — from a Class 4 Felony up to a Class 3 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 manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll?
Manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll is governed by SDCL § 22-24A-1.1 (Manufacturing or distributing child-like sex doll--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.