Utah criminal charge
Unlawful disposal of carcass or offal in Utah
Unlawful disposal of carcass or offal is a Class B Misdemeanor under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1304. 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. § 76-9-1304.
What is the penalty for unlawful disposal of carcass or offal 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 unlawful disposal of carcass or offal in Utah
Is unlawful disposal of carcass or offal a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
What are the penalties for unlawful disposal of carcass or offal in Utah?
As a Class B Misdemeanor, unlawful disposal of carcass or offal 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 unlawful disposal of carcass or offal?
Unlawful disposal of carcass or offal is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-9-1304 (Unlawful disposal of carcass or offal).
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.