Utah criminal charge
Fraudulent signing of a stock subscription or agreement in Utah
Fraudulent signing of a stock subscription or agreement is a Class B Misdemeanor under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-16-205. 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. § 76-16-205.
What is the penalty for fraudulent signing of a stock subscription or agreement 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 fraudulent signing of a stock subscription or agreement in Utah
Is fraudulent signing of a stock subscription or agreement a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
Fraudulent signing of a stock subscription or agreement is a Class B Misdemeanor in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 76-16-205.
What are the penalties for fraudulent signing of a stock subscription or agreement in Utah?
As a Class B Misdemeanor, fraudulent signing of a stock subscription or agreement 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 fraudulent signing of a stock subscription or agreement?
Fraudulent signing of a stock subscription or agreement is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-16-205 (Fraudulent signing of a stock subscription or agreement).
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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.