Utah criminal charge

Manslaughter in Utah

Second Degree FelonyCurrent through 2026 Utah legislative session

Manslaughter is a Second Degree Felony under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-205. As a Second Degree Felony, 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. § 76-5-205.

What is the penalty for manslaughter in Utah?

Penalties for Manslaughter
Penalty	Range	Basis	Authority
Jail / prison	1 years to 15 years (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 $10,000 (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).

Common questions about manslaughter in Utah

Is manslaughter a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?

Manslaughter is a Second Degree Felony in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-205.

What are the penalties for manslaughter in Utah?

As a Second Degree Felony, manslaughter carries 1 years to 15 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (statutory maximum under Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-301) under Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-203 (current (2026 General Session)).

Which Utah statute covers manslaughter?

Manslaughter is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-205 (Manslaughter).

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.