South Dakota Codified Laws 22-11-24. Destruction or impairment of public record–Felony
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Any person who, without the authority to do so, knowingly and intentionally destroys, mutilates, conceals, removes, or impairs the availability of any public record is guilty of a Class 6 felony. However, if the provisions of this section are violated by a public officer or employee having custody of the record, the offense is 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 |
| Class 6 felony | up to 2 years | up to $4,000 |
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 22-11-24
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SDC 1939, § 13.1306; SDCL § 4-3-19 (4); SL 1976, ch 158, § 11-19; SL 2005, ch 120, § 220.