South Dakota criminal charge
Publication of personal information in South Dakota
Publication of personal information is a Class 6 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-11-40. 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 § 22-11-40.
What is the penalty for publication of personal information 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 publication of personal information in South Dakota
Is publication of personal information a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Publication of personal information is a Class 6 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-11-40.
What are the penalties for publication of personal information in South Dakota?
As a Class 6 Felony, publication of personal information 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 publication of personal information?
Publication of personal information is governed by SDCL § 22-11-40 (Publication of personal information--Judicial officer, law enforcement officer--Penalty).
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.