North Dakota Code 12.1-32-12 – Penalties, sentences, and parole for offenses unclassified and in other titles
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Where an offense is defined by a statute or by the constitution without specification of its classification pursuant to section 12.1-32-01, the offense is punishable as provided in the statute or constitutional provision defining it, or:
Attorney's Note
Under the North Dakota Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $10,000 |
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 360 days | up to $3,000 |
Terms Used In North Dakota Code 12.1-32-12
- Court: means any of the following courts: the supreme court, a district court, and where relevant, a municipal court. See North Dakota Code 12.1-01-04
- Offense: means conduct for which a term of imprisonment or a fine is authorized by statute after conviction. See North Dakota Code 12.1-01-04
- Statute: A law passed by a legislature.
1. If the offense is declared to be a felony, without further specification of punishment, it is punishable as if it were a class C felony.
2. If the offense is declared to be a misdemeanor, without further specification of punishment, it is punishable as if it were a class A misdemeanor.
The sentencing alternatives available under section 12.1-32-02 are available to a court sentencing an offender for commission of an offense defined by a statute outside this title.