South Dakota Codified Laws 22-22-29. Sexual penetration by psychotherapist–Felony
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Any psychotherapist who knowingly engages in an act of sexual penetration, as defined in § 22-22-2, with a person who is not his or her spouse and who is a patient who is emotionally dependent on the psychotherapist at the time that the act of sexual penetration is committed, commits a Class 4 felony. Consent by the patient is not a defense.
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 4 felony | up to 10 years | up to $20,000 |
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 22-22-29
- Dependent: A person dependent for support upon another.
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SL 1993, ch 178, § 3; SL 2005, ch 120, § 405.