South Dakota Codified Laws 32-22-48. Damages for crossing bridge with overweight vehicle–Misdemeanor
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Any person who drives or operates, or causes to be driven or operated, any vehicle, laden or unladen, upon, over or across any bridge which has been posted in accordance with § 32-22-47 and which exceeds in weight the maximum weight in pounds, as provided in § 32-22-47, is liable for damages to the proper county, township, or the State of South Dakota, to be recovered in a civil action by such county, township, or the State of South Dakota, as the case may be, for any injury or damage sustained by such bridge by reason thereof. 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 32-22-48
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SL 1949, ch 175, §§ 3, 4; SDC Supp 1960, §§ 28.1424, 28.9920; SL 1976, ch 197, § 2; SL 1978, ch 158, § 47; SL 1983, ch 241, § 7.