South Dakota criminal charge
Offense of acceptance of amount in addition to amount legally payable under program in South Dakota
Offense of acceptance of amount in addition to amount legally payable under program is a Class 5 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-45-5. As a Class 5 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 § 22-45-5.
What is the penalty for offense of acceptance of amount in addition to amount legally payable under program in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 5 years (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about offense of acceptance of amount in addition to amount legally payable under program in South Dakota
Is offense of acceptance of amount in addition to amount legally payable under program a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
What are the penalties for offense of acceptance of amount in addition to amount legally payable under program in South Dakota?
As a Class 5 Felony, offense of acceptance of amount in addition to amount legally payable under program carries up to 5 years (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-1 (current).
Which South Dakota statute covers offense of acceptance of amount in addition to amount legally payable under program?
Offense of acceptance of amount in addition to amount legally payable under program is governed by SDCL § 22-45-5 (Offense of acceptance of amount in addition to amount legally payable under program--Violation a 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.