Utah criminal charge
Identity fraud in Utah
Identity fraud is a criminal offense under Utah law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-1102. 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. § 76-6-1102.
What is the penalty for identity fraud in Utah?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 5 years (Identity fraud — value under $5,000 — The value of the credit, goods, services, employment, or other thing of value obtained or attempted is less than $5,000, unless bodily injury resulted.; 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 (Identity fraud — value under $5,000 — The value of the credit, goods, services, employment, or other thing of value obtained or attempted is less than $5,000, unless bodily injury resulted.; 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 identity fraud classified in Utah?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identity fraud — value under $5,000 | Third Degree Felony | The value of the credit, goods, services, employment, or other thing of value obtained or attempted is less than $5,000, unless bodily injury resulted. | Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-1102(3)(a) |
Common questions about identity fraud in Utah
Is identity fraud a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
What are the penalties for identity fraud in Utah?
Penalties for identity fraud in Utah depend on how it is classified — from a Third Degree Felony up to a Third Degree Felony — with the ranges set by Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-203; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which Utah statute covers identity fraud?
Identity fraud is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-1102 (Identity fraud).
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.