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South Dakota statute

SDCL § 22-32-8 — Third degree burglary--Felony

Current through text effective June 30, 2026 (through the 2025 Regular Session)

Part of Chapter 32: Burglary And Unlawful Entry, South Dakota Codified Laws.

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Full text of SDCL § 22-32-8

Statutory text current through the text effective June 30, 2026 (through the 2025 Regular Session). This publication reproduces the official statutory text; it is not the official statutes of the State of South Dakota.

SDCL § 22-32-8Primary source, current through the text effective June 30, 2026 (through the 2025 Regular Session)
Any person who enters or remains in an unoccupied structure, other than a motor vehicle, with intent to commit any crime, unless the premises are, at the time, open to the public or the person is licensed or privileged to enter or remain, is guilty of third degree burglary. Third degree burglary is a Class 5 felony.

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Is third degree burglary a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?

Third degree burglary is a Class 5 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-32-8.

Which South Dakota statute covers third degree burglary?

Third degree burglary is governed by SDCL § 22-32-8 (Third degree burglary--Felony).

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.