South Dakota Codified Laws 22-17-14. Coercion to undergo abortion–Penalty
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A person is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor if the person:
(1) In any manner other than that set forth in § 22-17-13.1, coerces, compels, or attempts to compel a pregnant woman to undergo an abortion;
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 22-17-14
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
- Obligation: An order placed, contract awarded, service received, or similar transaction during a given period that will require payments during the same or a future period.
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
(2) Requires a pregnant woman to agree to a provision that if she refuses to undergo an abortion, it is a breach of a contract; or
(3) Requires a pregnant woman to agree to a provision that results in her assuming any cost, obligation, or responsibility for refusing to undergo an abortion.
A subsequent offense of this section is a Class 6 felony.
Source: SL 2021, ch 206, § 2; SL 2022, ch 61, § 3.