South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-45-9. Definition of terms
Terms used in this title mean:
(1) “Class 1 misdemeanor,” the same as the term is defined in § 22-6-2;
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 1 misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $2,00 |
| Class 2 misdemeanor | up to 30 days | up to $500 |
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 23A-45-9
- Acquittal:
- Judgement that a criminal defendant has not been proved guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
- A verdict of "not guilty."
- Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
- Chambers: A judge's office.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Grand jury: agreement providing that a lender will delay exercising its rights (in the case of a mortgage,
- Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.
- Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
- Plea: In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges, a declaration made in open court.
- Prosecute: To charge someone with a crime. A prosecutor tries a criminal case on behalf of the government.
(2) “Class 2 misdemeanor,” the same as the term is defined in § 22-6-2;
(3) “Committing magistrate,” any of the following:
(a) A justice of the Supreme Court;
(b) A judge of the circuit court;
(c) A magistrate judge;
(d) A nonlaw-trained magistrate when acting within the authority conferred under chapter 16-12C;
(4) “Defendant,” the party prosecuted in a criminal proceeding or a proceeding for the violation of an ordinance, bylaw, or police regulation of a unit of local government. A person becomes a defendant when he is arrested or summoned pursuant to § 23A-2-9, 23A-2-11, or 23A-3-1;
(5) “Former acquittal,” a plea to prevent a criminal action stating that the defendant has been charged and tried for the same alleged offense and has been acquitted. If a defendant was formerly acquitted on the ground of variance between an indictment or information and the proof, or if an indictment or information was dismissed upon an objection to its form or substance without a judgment of acquittal, it is not an acquittal of the same offense;
(6) “Held to answer,” the time at which an indictment or information is filed against a person;
(7) “In camera,” the judge viewing material with neither party present;
(8) “In chambers,” the judge and the parties determining a matter in the private office of the judge;
(9) “Law enforcement officer,” an officer or employee of the state or any of its units of local government, or of the United States, or an employee of a railroad or express company while on duty, who is responsible for the prevention or detection of criminal activity or for the enforcement of the criminal or highway traffic laws of the state. Nothing in this subdivision may be interpreted to extend the territorial jurisdiction, statutory jurisdiction, or statutory authority of any officer or employee included in this definition;
(10) “Night,” the period from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., local time;
(11) “Oath,” an oath or an affirmation;
(12) “Ordinance, bylaw, or police regulation,” any rule of conduct promulgated by a unit of local government that may be punished by imprisonment or a fine, or both, for a violation. For purposes of this subdivision, the term, fine, does not include deposits for services rendered, licensing fees, or fees imposed for late payments for services rendered;
(13) “Peace officer,” a law enforcement officer;
(14) “Prosecuting attorney,” the attorney general, an assistant attorney general, a special assistant attorney general, a state’s attorney or an assistant state’s attorney, a special prosecutor appointed by a court, a city attorney or any deputy of the city attorney, or any attorney engaged by the state or a unit of local government to prosecute a criminal proceeding or a proceeding for the violation of an ordinance, bylaw, or police regulation of a unit of local government;
(15) “State,” the State of South Dakota and any of its units of local government;
(16) “Subpoena,” the process by which the attendance of a witness is required before a court, magistrate, or grand jury, or for the purpose of being deposed;
(17) “Unit of local government,” a chartered governmental unit, county, township, municipality, or any other subdivision of the state that may enforce its ordinances, bylaws, or regulations by bringing a court action that may result in a fine or imprisonment being imposed on the defendant.
Source: SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, §§ 34.1302, 34.1618, 34.2401, 34.2904; SDCL §§ 23-2-6, 23-21-4, 23-21-7, 23-40-1; SL 1978, ch 178, § 557; SL 1980, ch 173, § 5; SL 2018, ch 147, § 1.