South Dakota criminal charge
Threatening juror or juror's family in South Dakota
Threatening juror or juror's family is a Class 5 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-11-15.3. As a Class 5 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 § 22-11-15.3.
What is the penalty for threatening juror or juror's family in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 5 years (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-1 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about threatening juror or juror's family in South Dakota
Is threatening juror or juror's family a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Threatening juror or juror's family is a Class 5 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-11-15.3.
What are the penalties for threatening juror or juror's family in South Dakota?
As a Class 5 Felony, threatening juror or juror's family carries up to 5 years (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-1 (current).
Which South Dakota statute covers threatening juror or juror's family?
Threatening juror or juror's family is governed by SDCL § 22-11-15.3 (Threatening juror or juror's family--Violation as felony).
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.