South Dakota Codified Laws 40-1-2.4. Cruelty to animals–Felony
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No person may subject an animal to cruelty. A violation of this section is 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 |
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| Class 6 felony | up to 2 years | up to $4,000 |
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 40-1-2.4
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SL 1991, ch 331, § 4; SL 2014, ch 194, § 4.