A person, as defined in subdivision 22-1-2(31), but excluding any natural person is guilty of unlawful release of medical waste if the person with negligence engages in conduct which causes the release of medical waste to a recycling disposal destination. Any natural person is guilty of unlawful release of medical waste if the person with negligence engages in conduct which causes the release of medical waste from a residence to a recycling disposal destination with knowledge of the prohibition contained in this section. Unlawful release of medical waste 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:
ClassPrisonFine
Class 2 misdemeanorup to 30 daysup to $500
For details, see § 22-6-2

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 34A-6-102.1

  • Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2

Source: SL 2013, ch 167, § 2; SL 2015, ch 193, § 1.