South Dakota Codified Laws 16-13-44. Application for jury duty prohibited–Report to circuit court–Violation as misdemeanor
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No person shall make application to any sheriff or deputy sheriff in this state to summon either himself or any other designated person to serve as a juror in any court. Any sheriff or deputy sheriff to whom an application is made to summon a designated person to serve as a juror shall forthwith report the name of the person making the application and the name of the person designated to the presiding judge of the circuit court of the circuit in which such application is made, for entry in the minutes of the court. Violation of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor.
Attorney's Note
Under the South Dakota Laws, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class 2 misdemeanor | up to 30 days | up to $500 |
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 16-13-44
- Juror: A person who is on the jury.
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SL 1903, ch 170, §§ 1 to 3; RC 1919, §§ 3723 to 3725; SDC 1939, § 13.1209; SL 1979, ch 150, § 3.