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

SDCL Title 22 § 22-22-1.2: Minimum sentences for rape or sexual contact with child

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

This statute establishes minimum prison sentences for adults convicted of rape or sexual contact with children: 15 years for a first rape offense, and 10 years for sexual contact with a child under 13.

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