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Preventing practice of religion in South Dakota

Class 6 FelonyCurrent through 2026 South Dakota legislative session

Preventing practice of religion is a Class 6 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-19B-4. 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 § 22-19B-4.

What is the penalty for preventing practice of religion in South Dakota?

Penalties for Preventing practice of religion
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Jail / prisonup to 2 years (no statutory minimum)discretionarySDCL § 22-6-1
Fineup to $4,000 (no statutory minimum)discretionarySDCL § 22-6-1

Applies to current.

Common questions about preventing practice of religion in South Dakota

Is preventing practice of religion a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?

Preventing practice of religion is a Class 6 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-19B-4.

What are the penalties for preventing practice of religion in South Dakota?

As a Class 6 Felony, preventing practice of religion 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 preventing practice of religion?

Preventing practice of religion is governed by SDCL § 22-19B-4 (Preventing practice of religion--Penalty).

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.