South Dakota statute
SDCL § 22-33-9.3 — Reckless burning or exploding--Felony
Current through text effective June 30, 2026 (through the 2025 Regular Session)
Part of Chapter 33: Arson, South Dakota Codified Laws.
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Full text of SDCL § 22-33-9.3
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.
Any person who intentionally starts a fire or causes an explosion, whether on his or her own property or another's, and thereby recklessly:
(1) Places another person in danger of death or serious bodily injury; or
(2) Places a building or occupied structure of another in danger of damage or destruction;
is guilty of reckless burning or exploding. Reckless burning or exploding is a Class 4 felony.
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Questions this section answers
Is reckless burning or exploding a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Reckless burning or exploding is a Class 4 Felony in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-33-9.3.
Which South Dakota statute covers reckless burning or exploding?
Reckless burning or exploding is governed by SDCL § 22-33-9.3 (Reckless burning or exploding--Felony).
This reference is informational and is not legal advice.