South Dakota · South Dakota Codified Laws — Title 22, Crimes
SDCL Title 22 § 22-11-39: Disarming law enforcement officer--Felony
What this law says, in plain English
A person who uses or threatens force to intentionally disarm or attempt to disarm a law enforcement officer performing duties, without consent, commits a Class 4 felony. Disarming includes taking weapons like firearms, stun guns, or batons from the officer.
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