Utah criminal charge
Unlawful creation, installation, or attachment of a contraband compartment in Utah
Unlawful creation, installation, or attachment of a contraband compartment is a Third Degree Felony under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1903. 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. § 76-9-1903.
What is the penalty for unlawful creation, installation, or attachment of a contraband compartment 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 unlawful creation, installation, or attachment of a contraband compartment in Utah
Is unlawful creation, installation, or attachment of a contraband compartment a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
Unlawful creation, installation, or attachment of a contraband compartment is a Third Degree Felony in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1903.
What are the penalties for unlawful creation, installation, or attachment of a contraband compartment in Utah?
As a Third Degree Felony, unlawful creation, installation, or attachment of a contraband compartment 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 unlawful creation, installation, or attachment of a contraband compartment?
Unlawful creation, installation, or attachment of a contraband compartment is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1903 (Unlawful creation, installation, or attachment of a contraband compartment).
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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.