South Dakota statute
SDCL § 22-40-1 — Impersonation with intent to deceive law enforcement officer--Misdemeanor
Current through text effective June 30, 2026 (through the 2025 Regular Session)
Part of Chapter 40: Identity Crimes, South Dakota Codified Laws.
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Full text of SDCL § 22-40-1
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.
No person may impersonate any other person, which includes offering a fictitious name or false date of birth, with intent to deceive a law enforcement officer. Any person who violates the provisions of this section is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor.
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Is impersonation with intent to deceive law enforcement officer a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?
Impersonation with intent to deceive law enforcement officer is a Class 1 Misdemeanor in South Dakota under SDCL § 22-40-1.
Which South Dakota statute covers impersonation with intent to deceive law enforcement officer?
Impersonation with intent to deceive law enforcement officer is governed by SDCL § 22-40-1 (Impersonation with intent to deceive law enforcement officer--Misdemeanor).
This reference is informational and is not legal advice.