South Dakota Codified Laws 40-19-25. Misuse or alteration of brand as felony
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Any person who, with intent to defraud, brands or marks any cattle, horse, sheep, buffalo, or mule, not his own; intentionally brands over a previous brand or in any manner alters, defaces, or obliterates a previous brand; or cuts out or obliterates a previous brand on any cattle, horse, sheep, buffalo, or mule is guilty of a Class 5 felony.
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 5 felony | up to 5 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 40-19-25
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SDC 1939, § 40.9911; SL 1967, ch 168; SL 1977, ch 190, § 507; SL 1984, ch 269, § 9; SL 1988, ch 328, § 42.