South Dakota Assault Law
South Dakota Assault Defense
What you're facing under SDCL § 22-18-1, how the penalties scale, and the questions your attorney needs to answer, specific to South Dakota (SD) law.
Offense Class
Class 1 Misdemeanor; Class 6 Felony (third or subsequent offense within 5 years)
Maximum Penalty
1 year (misdemeanor); 2 years (felony)
Maximum Fine
$2,000 (misdemeanor); $4,000 (felony)
Penalty Range in South Dakota
Charge Enhancements
These factors can elevate the charge or penalty in South Dakota:
- Third or subsequent conviction within 5 years (Class 6 Felony)
- Against a law enforcement officer
South Dakota-Specific Detail
First and second offenses are Class 1 Misdemeanors. Third or subsequent within 5 years becomes a Class 6 Felony.
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Important: This page provides legal INFORMATION about South Dakota assault possession law as of the date of publication. Laws change frequently. This is not legal advice. The analysis draws on methods developed by defense attorneys, applied to public data. Your attorney remains the final authority on defense direction.