Utah criminal charge
Burglary of a vehicle in Utah
Burglary of a vehicle is a Class A Misdemeanor under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-204. As a Class A Misdemeanor, it is punishable within the statutory sentencing range Utah sets for that offense class. Utah sorts criminal offenses into felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses, each carrying its own penalty range.
Defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-204.
What is the penalty for burglary of a vehicle in Utah?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 364 days — except up to one year for class A misdemeanors under Title 76, Chapter 5 (Offenses Against the Individual), other than Sections 76-5-102.9, 76-5-107.5, 76-5-113, and 76-5-303, which remain at 364 days (Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204(1)) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204 |
| Fine | up to $2,500 (greater amounts may be specifically authorized by statute (Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-301)) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204 |
Applies to current (2026 General Session).
Common questions about burglary of a vehicle in Utah
Is burglary of a vehicle a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
What are the penalties for burglary of a vehicle in Utah?
As a Class A Misdemeanor, burglary of a vehicle carries up to 364 days — except up to one year for class A misdemeanors under Title 76, Chapter 5 (Offenses Against the Individual), other than Sections 76-5-102.9, 76-5-107.5, 76-5-113, and 76-5-303, which remain at 364 days (Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204(1)) of incarceration and a fine of up to $2,500 (statutory maximum under Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-301) under Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204 (current (2026 General Session)).
Which Utah statute covers burglary of a vehicle?
Burglary of a vehicle is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-204 (Burglary of a vehicle - Charge of other offense).
Legal terms used in this law
This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.