South Dakota criminal charge
Purchasing or possessing child-like sex doll in South Dakota
Purchasing or possessing child-like sex doll is a criminal offense under South Dakota law, defined by SDCL § 22-24A-3.1. Its classification is not fixed: South Dakota assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by SDCL § 22-24A-3.1.
What is the penalty for purchasing or possessing child-like sex doll in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 1 year (First offense - purchase or possession of child-like sex doll — Applies to a first violation of knowingly purchasing or possessing a child-like sex doll.; county jail) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-2 |
| Fine | up to $2,000 (First offense - purchase or possession of child-like sex doll — Applies to a first violation of knowingly purchasing or possessing a child-like sex doll.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-2 |
| Jail / prison | up to 2 years (Second or subsequent offense within fifteen years — Applies when a person is convicted of a second or subsequent violation of this section within fifteen years of a prior conviction.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $4,000 (Second or subsequent offense within fifteen years — Applies when a person is convicted of a second or subsequent violation of this section within fifteen years of a prior conviction.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
Applies to current.
How is purchasing or possessing child-like sex doll classified in South Dakota?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| First offense - purchase or possession of child-like sex doll | Class 1 Misdemeanor | Applies to a first violation of knowingly purchasing or possessing a child-like sex doll. | SDCL § 22-24A-3.1undefined |
| Second or subsequent offense within fifteen years | Class 6 Felony | Applies when a person is convicted of a second or subsequent violation of this section within fifteen years of a prior conviction. | SDCL § 22-24A-3.1undefined |
Common questions about purchasing or possessing child-like sex doll in South Dakota
Is purchasing or possessing child-like sex doll a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
It depends on the circumstances: purchasing or possessing child-like sex doll ranges from a Class 1 Misdemeanor to a Class 6 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-24A-3.1.
First offense - purchase or possession of child-like sex doll: Class 1 Misdemeanor (SDCL § 22-24A-3.1) · Second or subsequent offense within fifteen years: Class 6 Felony (SDCL § 22-24A-3.1)
What are the penalties for purchasing or possessing child-like sex doll in South Dakota?
Which South Dakota statute covers purchasing or possessing child-like sex doll?
Purchasing or possessing child-like sex doll is governed by SDCL § 22-24A-3.1 (Purchasing or possessing child-like sex doll--Misdemeanor or felony).
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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.