South Dakota · South Dakota Codified Laws — Title 22, Crimes

SDCL Title 22 § 22-10-1: Riot--Violation as felony

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

Riot is defined as three or more persons intentionally using force or violence together without legal authority to injure someone or damage property. A violation is classified as a Class 4 felony.

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