Utah criminal charge
Forging or counterfeiting a trademark, trade name, or trade device in Utah
Forging or counterfeiting a trademark, trade name, or trade device is a Class B Misdemeanor under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-16-302. 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. § 76-16-302.
What is the penalty for forging or counterfeiting a trademark, trade name, or trade device 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 forging or counterfeiting a trademark, trade name, or trade device in Utah
Is forging or counterfeiting a trademark, trade name, or trade device a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
What are the penalties for forging or counterfeiting a trademark, trade name, or trade device in Utah?
As a Class B Misdemeanor, forging or counterfeiting a trademark, trade name, or trade device 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 forging or counterfeiting a trademark, trade name, or trade device?
Forging or counterfeiting a trademark, trade name, or trade device is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-16-302 (Forging or counterfeiting a trademark, trade name, or trade device).
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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.