Notwithstanding § 22-4-1, attempted first degree murder, as defined by § 22-16-4, if committed against a law enforcement officer while the officer was engaged in the performance of the officer’s duties, is a Class 1 felony.

Attorney's Note

Under the South Dakota Laws, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
ClassPrisonFine
Class 1 felonyup to 50 yearsup to $50,000
For details, see § 22-6-1

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Source: SL 2023, ch 67, § 2.