South Dakota criminal charge
Possession of firearm by one with prior violent crime conviction or certain drug-related conviction in South Dakota
Possession of firearm by one with prior violent crime conviction or certain drug-related conviction is a Class 6 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-14-15. 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 § 22-14-15.
What is the penalty for possession of firearm by one with prior violent crime conviction or certain drug-related conviction 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 possession of firearm by one with prior violent crime conviction or certain drug-related conviction in South Dakota
Is possession of firearm by one with prior violent crime conviction or certain drug-related conviction a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
What are the penalties for possession of firearm by one with prior violent crime conviction or certain drug-related conviction in South Dakota?
As a Class 6 Felony, possession of firearm by one with prior violent crime conviction or certain drug-related conviction 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 possession of firearm by one with prior violent crime conviction or certain drug-related conviction?
Possession of firearm by one with prior violent crime conviction or certain drug-related conviction is governed by SDCL § 22-14-15 (Possession of firearm by one with prior violent crime conviction or certain drug-related conviction--Felony--Fifteen-year period).
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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.