South Dakota Codified Laws 49-31-29.2. Interference with emergency communication–Violation a misdemeanor
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If a person is attempting to summon aid to an emergency or has communicated a desire to summon aid to an emergency, no person may prohibit or interrupt, or attempt to prohibit or interrupt, another person’s use of a communication device by either of the following:
(1) Using or threatening to use physical force, intimidation, interference, or any other form of violence; or
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 1 misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $2,00 |
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 49-31-29.2
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
(2) Destroying, disabling, or damaging a communication device.
A violation of this section is a Class 1 misdemeanor.
Source: SL 2002, ch 214, § 2.