Utah criminal charge
Prohibited item in correctional or mental health facility for use by offender or detainee in Utah
Prohibited item in correctional or mental health facility for use by offender or detainee is a Second Degree Felony under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-311.4. 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. § 76-8-311.4.
What is the penalty for prohibited item in correctional or mental health facility for use by offender or detainee 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 prohibited item in correctional or mental health facility for use by offender or detainee in Utah
Is prohibited item in correctional or mental health facility for use by offender or detainee a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
Prohibited item in correctional or mental health facility for use by offender or detainee is a Second Degree Felony in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-311.4.
What are the penalties for prohibited item in correctional or mental health facility for use by offender or detainee in Utah?
As a Second Degree Felony, prohibited item in correctional or mental health facility for use by offender or detainee 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 prohibited item in correctional or mental health facility for use by offender or detainee?
Prohibited item in correctional or mental health facility for use by offender or detainee is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-311.4 (Prohibited item in correctional or mental health facility for use by offender or detainee).
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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.