South Dakota criminal charge
Procurement of abortion prohibited in South Dakota
Procurement of abortion prohibited is a Class 6 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-17-5.1. 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 § 22-17-5.1.
What is the penalty for procurement of abortion prohibited 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 procurement of abortion prohibited in South Dakota
Is procurement of abortion prohibited a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Procurement of abortion prohibited is a Class 6 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-17-5.1.
What are the penalties for procurement of abortion prohibited in South Dakota?
As a Class 6 Felony, procurement of abortion prohibited 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 procurement of abortion prohibited?
Procurement of abortion prohibited is governed by SDCL § 22-17-5.1 (Procurement of abortion prohibited--Exception--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.