Traffic Enforcement Penalties
- 1/19Penalties for refusing BAC test in South Dakota
Refusing to take a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) test results in a one year license suspension. This penalty is part of South Dakotas implied consent law. Refusal is seen as a violation of the law.
The penalty for a first Driving While Impaired (DWI) conviction
A first Driving While Impaired (DWI) conviction results in Up to 1 year jail, $2,000 fine, and a 30 day license suspension.The license suspension duration is mandated by law.
Penalty for underage drivers with Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) over 0.02%
Drivers under 21 with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) over 0.02% face $500 fine and 30 day suspension. The law enforces strict zero tolerance for underage drinking. Repeat offenders face increased penalties.
Consequences of second Driving While Impaired (DWI) offense in South Dakota
A second Driving While Impaired (DWI) offense results in higher Up to $2,000 fine, imprisonment, and a minimum 1 year license suspension. The penalties increase significantly for repeated offenses. Incarceration is a likely outcome.
If you commit a third Driving While Impaired (DWI) conviction
A third Driving While Impaired (DWI) offense is classified as a Class 6 felony, with substantial fines, up to 2 years of imprisonment, and a 1 year license revocation. It is a serious criminal offense with severe consequences.
Penalties for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) conviction
A Driving Under the Influence (DUI) conviction leads to a 60 day license suspension. Fines and other penalties depend on the severity of the case. The suspension period increases for repeat violations.
If you are caught Driving While Impaired (DWI)
A Driving While Impaired (DWI) conviction adds 10 points to the drivers record. Accumulating enough points can lead to a suspension of driving privileges. Points also affect future insurance premiums.
Penalty for reckless driving in South Dakota
Reckless driving carries a Up to $1,000 fine, 1 year jail and 8 points on the driving record. Accumulating enough points can lead to further penalties. This behavior endangers public safety.
Consequences of eluding law enforcement in South Dakota
Eluding law enforcement officers results in Class 1 misdemeanor, up to 1 year imprisonment and 6 points on the drivers record. Repeat offenders face harsher penalties. This crime jeopardizes public safety and law enforcement officers.
The penalties for drag racing
Drag racing penalties include Class 2 misdemeanor, $200 plus fine, and 6 points on the drivers record. This dangerous activity increases the risk of accidents and is prohibited under traffic laws.
Penalty for driving without insurance
Driving without insurance results in a $100–$500 fine, license/registration suspension, and mandatory filing of SR22 insurance. This violation puts other drivers at risk and violates state law.
If you end up accumulating too many points on your driving record
If a driver accumulates 15 points in 1 year or 22 points in 2 years, their license will be suspended. Drivers can contest this suspension in a hearing.
A second traffic violation in South Dakota results in
A second violation of traffic laws results in a 180 day suspension, particularly if it involves a Class 1 misdemeanor or felony. This penalty is meant to deter repeated violations.
If you commit a third traffic violation
A third violation leads to a 1 year license suspension. Further offenses can result in harsher penalties, including possible permanent revocation of driving privileges.
Penalty for driving with a suspended license
Driving with a suspended license results in Up to 30 days jail, $500 fine, and extended suspension. This offense carries serious consequences for repeat offenders.
If you are caught speeding in a construction zone
Speeding in a construction zone carries increasedFines doubled, $195–$345, plus 2 points. The penalties are doubled in active construction zones to ensure worker safety.
The penalty for failure to yield to pedestrians in South Dakota
Failing to yield to pedestrians results in a $54 fine and 4 license points on the driver’s record. This violation endangers pedestrian safety and can lead to severe legal consequences.
Penalty for ignoring traffic control devices in South Dakota
Ignoring traffic control devices such as stop signs and traffic lights results in Up to $150 fine, 2 license points on the record, and potential suspension. This behavior endangers both drivers and pedestrians.
When a driver commits multiple offenses in South Dakota
Drivers accumulating 15 points within 1 year face a 60 day suspension, 22 points within 2 years triggers a 6 month suspension, and each subsequent suspension lasts one year