South Dakota Codified Laws 16-15-7. Resistance to judicial process as misdemeanor
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Every person guilty of any contempt of court by resistance intentionally offered to the lawful order or process of any court 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 16-15-7
- 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 5; CL 1887, § 6402, subdiv 5; RPenC 1903, § 205, subdiv 5; RC 1919, § 3793 (5); SDC 1939, § 13.1235 (5); SL 1979, ch 150, § 11.