South Dakota · South Dakota Codified Laws — Title 22, Crimes
SDCL Title 22 § 22-6-2: Misdemeanor classes and penalties--Restitution--Misdemeanor when no penalty imposed
What this law says, in plain English
Misdemeanors are classified into two classes: Class 1 (up to one year jail or $2,000 fine) and Class 2 (up to 30 days jail or $500 fine). Courts must order restitution to victims. Acts prohibited by statute without a stated penalty are Class 2 misdemeanors.
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