South Dakota criminal charge
Use of pen register or trap and trace device without court order prohibited in South Dakota
Use of pen register or trap and trace device without court order prohibited is a Class 1 Misdemeanor under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 23A-35A-22. As a Class 1 Misdemeanor, 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 § 23A-35A-22.
What is the penalty for use of pen register or trap and trace device without court order prohibited in South Dakota?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 1 year (county jail) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-2 |
| Fine | up to $2,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | SDCL § 22-6-2 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about use of pen register or trap and trace device without court order prohibited in South Dakota
Is use of pen register or trap and trace device without court order prohibited a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Use of pen register or trap and trace device without court order prohibited is a Class 1 Misdemeanor in South Dakota under SDCL § 23A-35A-22.
What are the penalties for use of pen register or trap and trace device without court order prohibited in South Dakota?
As a Class 1 Misdemeanor, use of pen register or trap and trace device without court order prohibited carries up to 1 year (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $2,000 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-2 (current).
Which South Dakota statute covers use of pen register or trap and trace device without court order prohibited?
Use of pen register or trap and trace device without court order prohibited is governed by SDCL § 23A-35A-22 (Use of pen register or trap and trace device without court order prohibited--Violation as misdemeanor).
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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.