South Dakota legal term
Nudity in South Dakota Criminal Law
Current through 2026 South Dakota legislative session
In South Dakota criminal law, “Nudity” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the South Dakota criminal code.
What does “Nudity” mean in South Dakota criminal law?
(10) "Nudity," within the meaning of subdivision (5) of this section, the showing of the human male or female genitals, pubic area, or buttocks with less than a full opaque covering, the showing of the female breast with less than a full opaque covering or any portion thereof below the top of the nipple, or the depiction of covered male genitals in a discernibly turgid state; (11) "Obscene live conduct," any physical human body activity, whether performed or engaged in alone or with other persons, including singing, speaking, dancing, acting, simulation, or pantomiming, where: (a) The dominant (SDCL § 22-24-27)
Statutes defining or using this term
Charges using this term
- Prohibited recording or manipulated image
- Computer repair technicians to report suspected violations of child pornography laws
- Film processors to report suspected violations of child pornography laws
- Internet service providers to report suspected violations of child pornography laws
- Juvenile sexting prohibited
- Sale of child pornography
- Sexual exploitation of a minor
Related terms in the same statutes
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