South Dakota criminal charge
Passenger in South Dakota
Passenger is a Class 2 Misdemeanor under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-42-25. As a Class 2 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 § 22-42-25.
What is the penalty for passenger in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 30 days (county jail) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-2 |
| Fine | up to $500 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-2 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about passenger in South Dakota
Is passenger a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Passenger is a Class 2 Misdemeanor in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-42-25.
What are the penalties for passenger in South Dakota?
As a Class 2 Misdemeanor, passenger carries up to 30 days (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $500 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-2 (current).
Which South Dakota statute covers passenger?
Passenger is governed by SDCL § 22-42-25 (Passenger--Use of marijuana--Motor vehicle--Misdemeanor).
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.