Utah criminal charge
Possession of prohibited item by offender or detainee in correctional or mental health facility in Utah
Possession of prohibited item by offender or detainee in correctional or mental health facility is a Second Degree Felony under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-311.6. 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. § 76-8-311.6.
What is the penalty for possession of prohibited item by offender or detainee in correctional or mental health facility in Utah?
| 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 possession of prohibited item by offender or detainee in correctional or mental health facility in Utah
Is possession of prohibited item by offender or detainee in correctional or mental health facility a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
Possession of prohibited item by offender or detainee in correctional or mental health facility is a Second Degree Felony in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-311.6.
What are the penalties for possession of prohibited item by offender or detainee in correctional or mental health facility in Utah?
As a Second Degree Felony, possession of prohibited item by offender or detainee in correctional or mental health facility 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 possession of prohibited item by offender or detainee in correctional or mental health facility?
Possession of prohibited item by offender or detainee in correctional or mental health facility is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-311.6 (Possession of prohibited item by offender or detainee in correctional or mental health facility).
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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.