South Dakota criminal charge
Sexual exploitation of a minor in South Dakota
Sexual exploitation of a minor is a criminal offense under South Dakota law, defined by SDCL § 22-22-24.3. 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 § 22-22-24.3.
What is the penalty for sexual exploitation of a minor in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 2 years (Sexual exploitation of a minor (first offense) — Applies to a first violation of the section.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $4,000 (Sexual exploitation of a minor (first offense) — Applies to a first violation of the section.) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Jail / prison | up to 5 years (Sexual exploitation of a minor (second or subsequent offense within 15 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 $10,000 (Sexual exploitation of a minor (second or subsequent offense within 15 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 sexual exploitation of a minor classified in South Dakota?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sexual exploitation of a minor (first offense) | Class 6 Felony | Applies to a first violation of the section. | SDCL § 22-22-24.3undefined |
| Sexual exploitation of a minor (second or subsequent offense within 15 years) | Class 5 Felony | Applies when a person is convicted of a second or subsequent violation of this section within fifteen years of a prior conviction. | SDCL § 22-22-24.3undefined |
Common questions about sexual exploitation of a minor in South Dakota
Is sexual exploitation of a minor a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
It depends on the circumstances: sexual exploitation of a minor ranges from a Class 6 Felony to a Class 5 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-22-24.3.
Sexual exploitation of a minor (first offense): Class 6 Felony (SDCL § 22-22-24.3) · Sexual exploitation of a minor (second or subsequent offense within 15 years): Class 5 Felony (SDCL § 22-22-24.3)
What are the penalties for sexual exploitation of a minor in South Dakota?
Penalties for sexual exploitation of a minor in South Dakota depend on how it is classified — from a Class 6 Felony up to a Class 5 Felony — with the ranges set by SDCL § 22-6-1; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which South Dakota statute covers sexual exploitation of a minor?
Sexual exploitation of a minor is governed by SDCL § 22-22-24.3 (Sexual exploitation of a minor--Felonies--Assessment).
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.