Utah criminal charge
Transporting a minor out of state for an illegal marriage in Utah
Transporting a minor out of state for an illegal marriage is a Third Degree Felony under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-7-109. As a Third 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. § 76-7-109.
What is the penalty for transporting a minor out of state for an illegal marriage in Utah?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 5 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 $5,000 (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 transporting a minor out of state for an illegal marriage in Utah
Is transporting a minor out of state for an illegal marriage a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
What are the penalties for transporting a minor out of state for an illegal marriage in Utah?
As a Third Degree Felony, transporting a minor out of state for an illegal marriage carries up to 5 years (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 $5,000 (statutory maximum under Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-301) under Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-203 (current (2026 General Session)).
Which Utah statute covers transporting a minor out of state for an illegal marriage?
Transporting a minor out of state for an illegal marriage is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-7-109 (Transporting a minor out of state for an illegal marriage).
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.