South Dakota · South Dakota Codified Laws — Title 22, Crimes
SDCL Title 22 § 22-18-41: Unlawful directing--Light--Laser pointer
What this law says, in plain English
Intentionally directing laser pointer light at a law enforcement officer's body is a Class 1 misdemeanor. A laser pointer is defined as a device emitting visible light through radiation stimulation.
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