As used in this chapter, any intentional use of force or violence by three or more persons, acting together and without authority of law, to cause any injury to any person or any damage to property is riot. A violation of this section is a Class 4 felony.

Attorney's Note

Under the South Dakota Laws, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
ClassPrisonFine
Class 4 felonyup to 10 yearsup to $20,000
For details, see § 22-6-1

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 22-10-1

Source: SDC 1939, § 13.1402; SL 1976, ch 158, § 10-1; SL 2005, ch 120, § 345; SL 2020, ch 78, § 1.