South Dakota Codified Laws 16-15-2. Disorderly behavior in presence of court as misdemeanor
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Every person guilty of any contempt of court by disorderly, contemptuous, or insolent behavior, committed during the sitting of any court of justice, in immediate view and presence of the court, and directly tending to interrupt its proceedings or to impair the respect due to its authority, is guilty of 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 16-15-2
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: PenC 1877, § 202, subdiv 1; CL 1887, § 6402, subdiv 1; RPenC 1903, § 205, subdiv 1; RC 1919, § 3793 (1); SDC 1939, § 13.1235 (1); SL 1979, ch 150, § 6.