Felony and misdemeanor distinguished

Any crime is either a felony or a misdemeanor. A felony is a crime which is or may be punishable by imprisonment in a state correctional facility. Every other crime is a misdemeanor. Source: SDC 1939, § 13.0103; SL 1976, ch 158 , § 1-7; SL 2005, ch 120 , § 359; SL 2023, ch 82 , § 9. 22-1-5. Repealed by SL 1977, ch 189 , § 126