South Dakota Codified Laws 32-22-42.2. Extra weight allowance for vehicles hauling from harvesting combine to point of first unloading–Maximum distance–Fine–Violation as misdemeanor
No vehicle hauling agricultural products from a harvesting combine to the point of first unloading is subject to enforcement action for violations not exceeding the legal limits imposed pursuant to § 32-22-16 or 32-22-21 by more than ten percent. However, the vehicle is only exempt pursuant to this section within a range of fifty miles of the harvested field. If enforcement action is taken pursuant to this section, the fine or penalty shall apply to that portion of the load more than ten percent above the legal limit. The weight tolerance authorized in this section is not permitted on the interstate highway system. 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 |
Source: SL 1979, ch 225; SL 1980, ch 226, § 15; SL 1980, ch 228; SL 1983, ch 241, § 4; SL 1984, ch 230, § 36; SL 1987, ch 235, § 1; SL 1999, ch 163, § 1; SL 2009, ch 157, § 2.