South Dakota Codified Laws 32-22-42.11. Municipal sludge vehicles–Permit for oversize and overweight–Tires–Speed limit–Violation as misdemeanor
The Division of Highway Patrol, with respect to highways under the jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation, and local authorities with respect to highways, roads, and streets under their jurisdiction may issue annual or seasonal permits for the movement of oversize and overweight sludge vehicles owned and operated by a municipality. The governmental entity with jurisdiction over the highway, road, or street may establish permit conditions to ensure the safety of the public and the protection of the highway surface and structures. The municipal sludge vehicle shall be equipped with large flotation type tires which have an inflation pressure of twenty–five pounds per square inch or less. The vehicle may not operate on a public roadway at a speed in excess of fifteen miles per hour. 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 32-22-42.11
- 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.
Source: SL 1984, ch 232; SL 1992, ch 372, § 18.