South Dakota Codified Laws 23-6-4. Statistical information–Compilation by director–Misdemeanor
The director shall collect and compile information, statistical and otherwise, which will, as far as practicable, present an accurate survey of the number and character of crimes committed in the state, the extent and character of delinquency, the operations of the police, prosecuting attorneys, courts and other public agencies of criminal justice, and the operations of penal and reformatory institutions, probation, parole, and other public agencies concerned with the punishment or treatment of criminal offenders. He shall include such information as may be useful in the study of crime and delinquency and the causes thereof, for the administration of criminal justice, and for the apprehension, punishment and treatment of criminal offenders. A violation of this section is 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 23-6-4
- Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
Source: SL 1939, ch 138, §§ 3, 15; SDC Supp 1960, §§ 55.15A03, 55.9933; SDCL, § 23-6-18; SL 1978, ch 169, § 2.