South Dakota Codified Laws 25-7-15. Desertion of child under ten as felony
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The parent of any child under the age of ten years and any person to whom any such child has been confided for nurture or education who deserts such child in any place with intent to wholly abandon the child, is guilty of a Class 4 felony.
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 25-7-15
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SDC 1939, § 13.3201; SL 1977, ch 189, § 94; SL 2006, ch 130, § 10.