South Dakota Codified Laws 22-24-29.1. Publications containing obscene material to be wrapped and sealed while ondisplay–Misdemeanor
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No person may knowingly distribute, display, sell, or exhibit for sale in any public place any magazine, book, or newsprint displaying or containing obscene material on its cover or material unless the magazine, book, or newsprint is wrapped and sealed so that no more than its title, name, price, or date is exposed to the public and the magazine, book, or newsprint cannot be viewed or examined without breaking the seal, wrapping, or covering. Any person who violates this section is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor.
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 22-24-29.1
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
- Seal: includes an impression of the seal upon the paper alone, as well as upon wax or a wafer affixed to the paper, and also the word "seal" written or printed on such paper. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SL 1978, ch 161; SL 2005, ch 120, § 305.