Utah criminal charge
Use of a registered trademark without consent in Utah
Use of a registered trademark without consent is a Class B Misdemeanor under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-16-307. 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. § 76-16-307.
What is the penalty for use of a registered trademark without consent 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 use of a registered trademark without consent in Utah
Is use of a registered trademark without consent a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
Use of a registered trademark without consent is a Class B Misdemeanor in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 76-16-307.
What are the penalties for use of a registered trademark without consent in Utah?
As a Class B Misdemeanor, use of a registered trademark without consent 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 use of a registered trademark without consent?
Use of a registered trademark without consent is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-16-307 (Use of a registered trademark without consent).
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.