South Dakota Codified Laws 36-4-8. Practice of medicine or medical abortion–Severity of crimes
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Any person who practices medicine, osteopathy, or any of the branches thereof without a license, certificate, or permit issued by the board is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor. Any person who practices medicine, osteopathy, or any of the branches thereof without a license, certificate, or permit issued by the board and prescribes medicine in order to induce a medical abortion, as defined by § 36-4-48, is guilty of a Class 6 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 6 felony | up to 2 years | up to $4,000 |
| Class 1 misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $2,00 |
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 36-4-8
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SDC 1939, § 27.9904; SL 1949, ch 106, § 16; SDC Supp 1960, § 27.9943; SL 1977, ch 190, § 140; SL 1985, ch 297, § 3; SL 2009, ch 178, § 1; SL 2022, ch 143, § 1.