§ 32-24-1 Definition of reckless driving–Misdemeanor
§ 32-24-3 Reckless driving–Second or subsequent offense as misdemeanor–Revocation ofdriving privilege–Restricted driving privilege
§ 32-24-4 Prosecution for reckless driving–Information in two parts to charge particular offenseand former conviction or convictions
§ 32-24-5 Prosecution for reckless driving–Plea and trial method taken first on charge ofprincipal offense–Notice to accused of charge of former conviction or convictions
§ 32-24-6 Prosecution for reckless driving–Trial on former conviction or convictions afterguilty finding on principal offense charged
§ 32-24-8 Definition of careless driving–Misdemeanor
§ 32-24-9 Definition of exhibition driving–Misdemeanor

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws > Title 32 > Chapter 24 - Reckless and Unsafe Driving

  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
  • Plea: In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges, a declaration made in open court.
  • Property: includes property, real and personal. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.