Utah criminal charge
Drugs known to be used for abortion in Utah
Drugs known to be used for abortion is a Class B Misdemeanor under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-7-332. As a Class B 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. § 76-7-332.
What is the penalty for drugs known to be used for abortion in Utah?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 6 months (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204 |
| Fine | up to $1,000 (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 drugs known to be used for abortion in Utah
Is drugs known to be used for abortion a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
What are the penalties for drugs known to be used for abortion in Utah?
As a Class B Misdemeanor, drugs known to be used for abortion carries up to 6 months (indeterminate term with no statutory minimum; actual release is set by the Board of Pardons and Parole) of incarceration and a fine of up to $1,000 (statutory maximum under Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-301) under Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204 (current (2026 General Session)).
Which Utah statute covers drugs known to be used for abortion?
Drugs known to be used for abortion is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-7-332 (Drugs known to be used for abortion - Prescriber limitation - Criminal penalties - Pharmacy presumption for other use).
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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.