South Dakota criminal charge
Subsequent conviction of rape of or sexual contact with a child under sixteen as felony in South Dakota
Subsequent conviction of rape of or sexual contact with a child under sixteen as felony is a Class 2 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-22-7.7. As a Class 2 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 § 22-22-7.7.
What is the penalty for subsequent conviction of rape of or sexual contact with a child under sixteen as felony in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 25 years (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $50,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about subsequent conviction of rape of or sexual contact with a child under sixteen as felony in South Dakota
Is subsequent conviction of rape of or sexual contact with a child under sixteen as felony a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Subsequent conviction of rape of or sexual contact with a child under sixteen as felony is a Class 2 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-22-7.7.
What are the penalties for subsequent conviction of rape of or sexual contact with a child under sixteen as felony in South Dakota?
As a Class 2 Felony, subsequent conviction of rape of or sexual contact with a child under sixteen as felony carries up to 25 years (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $50,000 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-1 (current).
Which South Dakota statute covers subsequent conviction of rape of or sexual contact with a child under sixteen as felony?
Subsequent conviction of rape of or sexual contact with a child under sixteen as felony is governed by SDCL § 22-22-7.7 (Subsequent conviction of rape of or sexual contact with a child under sixteen as 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.