Utah criminal charge
General gambling promotion in Utah
General gambling promotion is a criminal offense under Utah law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1405. Its classification is not fixed: Utah assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1405.
What is the penalty for general gambling promotion in Utah?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | General gambling promotion — base offense — A violation of Subsection (2) is a class A misdemeanor, except as otherwise provided in Subsection (3)(b).; 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 (General gambling promotion — base offense — A violation of Subsection (2) is a class A misdemeanor, except as otherwise provided in Subsection (3)(b).; greater amounts may be specifically authorized by statute (Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-301)) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204 |
| Jail / prison | up to 5 years (General gambling promotion — subsequent offense — A violation of Subsection (2) is a third degree felony if the actor has previously been convicted of a violation of Subsection (2).; indeterminate prison term, unless the statute provides otherwise; actual release is determined by the Board of Pardons and Parole) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-203 |
| Fine | up to $5,000 (General gambling promotion — subsequent offense — A violation of Subsection (2) is a third degree felony if the actor has previously been convicted of a violation of Subsection (2).; greater amounts may be specifically authorized by statute (Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-301)) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-203 |
Applies to current (2026 General Session).
How is general gambling promotion classified in Utah?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| General gambling promotion — base offense | Class A Misdemeanor | A violation of Subsection (2) is a class A misdemeanor, except as otherwise provided in Subsection (3)(b). | Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1405(3)(a) |
| General gambling promotion — subsequent offense | Third Degree Felony | A violation of Subsection (2) is a third degree felony if the actor has previously been convicted of a violation of Subsection (2). | Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1405(3)(b) |
Common questions about general gambling promotion in Utah
Is general gambling promotion a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
It depends on the circumstances: general gambling promotion ranges from a Class A Misdemeanor to a Third Degree Felony in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1405.
General gambling promotion — base offense: Class A Misdemeanor (Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1405(3)(a)) · General gambling promotion — subsequent offense: Third Degree Felony (Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1405(3)(b))
What are the penalties for general gambling promotion in Utah?
Which Utah statute covers general gambling promotion?
General gambling promotion is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1405 (General gambling promotion).
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.