Utah criminal charge
Aggravated human smuggling in Utah
Aggravated human smuggling is a First Degree Felony under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-317. 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. § 76-5-317.
What is the penalty for aggravated human smuggling 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 aggravated human smuggling in Utah
Is aggravated human smuggling a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
What are the penalties for aggravated human smuggling in Utah?
As a First Degree Felony, aggravated human smuggling 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 aggravated human smuggling?
Aggravated human smuggling is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-317 (Aggravated human smuggling).
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.