Utah criminal charge
Child torture in Utah
First Degree FelonyCurrent through 2026 Utah legislative session
Child torture is a First Degree Felony under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-109.4. As a First Degree Felony, 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. § 76-5-109.4.
Common questions about child torture in Utah
Is child torture a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
Child torture is a First Degree Felony in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-109.4.
Which Utah statute covers child torture?
Child torture is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-109.4 (Child torture).
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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.