South Dakota Codified Laws 3-1-9. Falsely pretending to be public officer as misdemeanor
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Every person who shall falsely assume or pretend to be any public executive or administrative officer, or who shall knowingly take upon himself to act as such, or to require any person to act as such, or assist him in any matter pertaining to such office, is guilty of a Class 1 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 1 misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $2,00 |
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 3-1-9
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: PenC 1877, § 98; CL 1887, § 6298; RPenC 1903, § 103; RC 1919, § 3686; SDC 1939, § 13.1105; SL 1980, ch 24, § 31.