South Dakota Codified Laws 22-34-28. Substantial interruption or impairment–Utility Service–Critical Infrastructure–Violation as felony
Any person who, by any means, knowingly damages or tampers with any property and, as a direct result:
(1) Causes a substantial interruption or impairment: in television, radio, telephone, telegraph, internet, or other mass communications service; in police, fire, or other public service communications; in radar, radio, or other electronic aids to air or marine navigation or communications; or in amateur or citizens band radio communications being used for public service or emergency communications;
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 |
| Class 6 felony | up to 2 years | up to $4,000 |
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 22-34-28
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
- Property: includes property, real and personal. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
(2) Causes a substantial interruption or impairment in:
(a) Public transportation;
(b) Water supply;
(c) Gas service;
(d) Electric service;
(e) Critical infrastructure facility; or
(f) Other utility service;
is guilty of a Class 6 felony, and, if such damage or tampering causes physical injury to another person, is guilty of a Class 4 felony.
Source: SL 1976, ch 158, § 34-4; SL 2005, ch 120, § 101; SL 2020, ch 79, § 3.