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Use of explosive or device to destroy another's property in South Dakota

Class 4 FelonyCurrent through 2026 South Dakota legislative session

Use of explosive or device to destroy another's property is a Class 4 Felony under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 22-14A-18. 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 § 22-14A-18.

What is the penalty for use of explosive or device to destroy another's property in South Dakota?

Penalties for Use of explosive or device to destroy another's property
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 use of explosive or device to destroy another's property in South Dakota

Is use of explosive or device to destroy another's property a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?

Use of explosive or device to destroy another's property is a Class 4 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-14A-18.

What are the penalties for use of explosive or device to destroy another's property in South Dakota?

As a Class 4 Felony, use of explosive or device to destroy another's property 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 use of explosive or device to destroy another's property?

Use of explosive or device to destroy another's property is governed by SDCL § 22-14A-18 (Use of explosive or device to destroy another's property--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.