Utah criminal charge
Penalty for unlawful conduct in Utah
Penalty for unlawful conduct is a criminal offense under Utah law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 58-37c-114. 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. § 58-37c-114.
What is the penalty for penalty for unlawful conduct in Utah?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | Unlawful conduct under Subsections 101(11)(a)-(j) — Applies when the violation is of an unlawful conduct provision defined in Subsections 58-37c-101(11)(a) through (j).; 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 (Unlawful conduct under Subsections 101(11)(a)-(j) — Applies when the violation is of an unlawful conduct provision defined in Subsections 58-37c-101(11)(a) through (j).; greater amounts may be specifically authorized by statute (Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-301)) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204 |
| Jail / prison | 1 years to 15 years (Unlawful conduct under Subsection 101(11)(k) — Applies when the violation is of the unlawful conduct provision defined in Subsection 58-37c-101(11)(k).; 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 (Unlawful conduct under Subsection 101(11)(k) — Applies when the violation is of the unlawful conduct provision defined in Subsection 58-37c-101(11)(k).; 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 penalty for unlawful conduct classified in Utah?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unlawful conduct under Subsections 101(11)(a)-(j) | Class A Misdemeanor | Applies when the violation is of an unlawful conduct provision defined in Subsections 58-37c-101(11)(a) through (j). | Utah Code Ann. § 58-37c-114(1) |
| Unlawful conduct under Subsection 101(11)(k) | Second Degree Felony | Applies when the violation is of the unlawful conduct provision defined in Subsection 58-37c-101(11)(k). | Utah Code Ann. § 58-37c-114(2) |
Common questions about penalty for unlawful conduct in Utah
Is penalty for unlawful conduct a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
It depends on the circumstances: penalty for unlawful conduct ranges from a Class A Misdemeanor to a Second Degree Felony in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 58-37c-114.
Unlawful conduct under Subsections 101(11)(a)-(j): Class A Misdemeanor (Utah Code Ann. § 58-37c-114(1)) · Unlawful conduct under Subsection 101(11)(k): Second Degree Felony (Utah Code Ann. § 58-37c-114(2))
What are the penalties for penalty for unlawful conduct in Utah?
Which Utah statute covers penalty for unlawful conduct?
Penalty for unlawful conduct is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 58-37c-114 (Penalty for unlawful conduct).
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.