Utah criminal charge
Alcohol restricted drivers in Utah
Alcohol restricted drivers is a Class B Misdemeanor under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 41-6a-530. 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. § 41-6a-530.
What is the penalty for alcohol restricted drivers 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 alcohol restricted drivers in Utah
Is alcohol restricted drivers a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
Alcohol restricted drivers is a Class B Misdemeanor in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 41-6a-530.
What are the penalties for alcohol restricted drivers in Utah?
As a Class B Misdemeanor, alcohol restricted drivers 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 alcohol restricted drivers?
Alcohol restricted drivers is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 41-6a-530 (Alcohol restricted drivers - Prohibited from operating a vehicle while having any measurable or detectable amount of alcohol in the person's body - Penalties).
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.