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South Dakota criminal charge

Solicitation of bribes by legislators in South Dakota

Class 4 FelonyCurrent through 2026 South Dakota legislative session

Solicitation of bribes by legislators is a Class 4 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-12A-5. As a Class 4 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 § 22-12A-5.

What is the penalty for solicitation of bribes by legislators in South Dakota?

Penalties for Solicitation of bribes by legislators
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Jail / prisonup to 10 years (no statutory minimum)discretionarySDCL § 22-6-1
Fineup to $20,000 (no statutory minimum)discretionarySDCL § 22-6-1

Applies to current.

Common questions about solicitation of bribes by legislators in South Dakota

Is solicitation of bribes by legislators a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?

Solicitation of bribes by legislators is a Class 4 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-12A-5.

What are the penalties for solicitation of bribes by legislators in South Dakota?

As a Class 4 Felony, solicitation of bribes by legislators carries up to 10 years (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $20,000 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-1 (current).

Which South Dakota statute covers solicitation of bribes by legislators?

Solicitation of bribes by legislators is governed by SDCL § 22-12A-5 (Solicitation of bribes by legislators--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.