Utah criminal charge
Trafficking of fentanyl or a fentanyl-related substance in Utah
Trafficking of fentanyl or a fentanyl-related substance is a First Degree Felony under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-18-220. As a First 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. § 76-18-220.
What is the penalty for trafficking of fentanyl or a fentanyl-related substance in Utah?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | indeterminate prison term of not less than five years and which may be for life, 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 trafficking of fentanyl or a fentanyl-related substance in Utah
Is trafficking of fentanyl or a fentanyl-related substance a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
What are the penalties for trafficking of fentanyl or a fentanyl-related substance in Utah?
As a First Degree Felony, trafficking of fentanyl or a fentanyl-related substance carries indeterminate prison term of not less than five years and which may be for life, unless the statute provides otherwise; actual release is determined by the Board of Pardons and Parole 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 trafficking of fentanyl or a fentanyl-related substance?
Trafficking of fentanyl or a fentanyl-related substance is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-18-220 (Trafficking of fentanyl or a fentanyl-related substance).
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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.