South Dakota Codified Laws 9-10-16. Governing body to work through city manager–Violation as misdemeanor–Removalfrom office
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Except for the purpose of inquiry the governing body and its members shall deal with the administrative service solely through the manager, and it is a Class 2 misdemeanor for any member of the governing body to give orders to any subordinate of the manager. Upon conviction of a violation of this section, the court in which such conviction is had may in its discretion enter an order removing the member of the governing body so convicted from his office.
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 9-10-16
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
Source: SL 1935, ch 158, § 7; SDC 1939, §§ 45.0908, 45.9902; SL 1981, ch 43, § 14.