Utah criminal charge
Penalties in Utah
Penalties is a Third Degree Felony under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 78B-7-903. As a Third 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. § 78B-7-903.
What is the penalty for penalties in Utah?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 5 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 $5,000 (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 penalties in Utah
Is penalties a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
What are the penalties for penalties in Utah?
As a Third Degree Felony, penalties carries up to 5 years (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 $5,000 (statutory maximum under Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-301) under Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-203 (current (2026 General Session)).
Which Utah statute covers penalties?
Penalties is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 78B-7-903 (Penalties).
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.