South Dakota Codified Laws 22-17-13.1. Unwanted abortion–Intent to coerce by threat–Penalty
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A person is guilty of a Class 5 felony if, with the intent to coerce a pregnant mother to undergo an abortion against her will, the person threatens to commit, against the pregnant mother or any other person within the pregnant mother’s presence:
(1) Homicide, murder, or manslaughter, under chapter 22-16;
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 |
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 22-17-13.1
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
(2) Aggravated assault, under § 22-18-1.1; or
(3) Kidnapping, under chapter 22-19.
A charge brought under this section may be commenced at any time prior to the time the victim attains age twenty-five or within seven years of the commission of the crime, whichever is longer.
Source: SL 2022, ch 61, § 2.