Utah criminal charge
Refusal to comply with an order to evacuate or order issued in a local or state emergency in Utah
Refusal to comply with an order to evacuate or order issued in a local or state emergency is a Class B Misdemeanor under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-317. As a Class B Misdemeanor, 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. § 76-8-317.
What is the penalty for refusal to comply with an order to evacuate or order issued in a local or state emergency in Utah?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 6 months (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204 |
| Fine | up to $1,000 (greater amounts may be specifically authorized by statute (Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-301)) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204 |
Applies to current (2026 General Session).
Common questions about refusal to comply with an order to evacuate or order issued in a local or state emergency in Utah
Is refusal to comply with an order to evacuate or order issued in a local or state emergency a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
What are the penalties for refusal to comply with an order to evacuate or order issued in a local or state emergency in Utah?
As a Class B Misdemeanor, refusal to comply with an order to evacuate or order issued in a local or state emergency carries up to 6 months (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 $1,000 (statutory maximum under Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-301) under Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204 (current (2026 General Session)).
Which Utah statute covers refusal to comply with an order to evacuate or order issued in a local or state emergency?
Refusal to comply with an order to evacuate or order issued in a local or state emergency is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-317 (Refusal to comply with an order to evacuate or order issued in a local or state emergency).
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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.