South Dakota legal term
Unit of local government in South Dakota Criminal Law
Current through 2026 South Dakota legislative session
In South Dakota criminal law, “Unit of local government” 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 “Unit of local government” mean in South Dakota criminal law?
(17) "Unit of local government," a chartered governmental unit, county, township, municipality, or any other subdivision of the state that may enforce its ordinances, bylaws, or regulations by bringing a court action that may result in a fine or imprisonment being imposed on the defendant. (SDCL § 23A-45-9)
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