South Dakota Codified Laws 32-17-4. Periods during which lamps must be lighted–Violation as misdemeanor
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Each motor vehicle on a highway during the period from sunset to sunrise and at any other time when there is not sufficient light to render clearly discernible any person on the highway at a distance of two hundred feet ahead, shall be equipped with lighted front and rear lamps for the different classes of motor vehicles as respectively required in §§ 32-17-1 to 32-17-26, inclusive. If a motor vehicle is parked or stopped on a highway, such motor vehicle shall be equipped with lighted front and rear lamps as required in § 32-17-27. A 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 32-17-4
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SDC 1939, § 44.0352 (1); SL 1989, ch 255, § 58; SL 2018, ch 193, § 1.