South Dakota Codified Laws 16-15-8. False report of judicial proceedings as misdemeanor–Fair report not punishable
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Every person guilty of any contempt of court by the publication of a false or grossly inaccurate report of the proceedings of any court, is guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor. But no person can be punished as for a contempt, in publishing a true, full, and fair report of any trial, argument, decision, or proceeding had in court.
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 16-15-8
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
Source: PenC 1877, § 202, subdiv 7; CL 1887, § 6402, subdiv 7; RPenC 1903, § 205, subdiv 7; RC 1919, § 3793 (7); SDC 1939, § 13.1235 (7); SL 1979, ch 150, § 12.