Utah criminal charge
Bribery for endorsement of person as public servant in Utah
Bribery for endorsement of person as public servant is a Class B Misdemeanor under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-106.1. 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. § 76-8-106.1.
What is the penalty for bribery for endorsement of person as public servant 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 bribery for endorsement of person as public servant in Utah
Is bribery for endorsement of person as public servant a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
Bribery for endorsement of person as public servant is a Class B Misdemeanor in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-106.1.
What are the penalties for bribery for endorsement of person as public servant in Utah?
As a Class B Misdemeanor, bribery for endorsement of person as public servant 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 bribery for endorsement of person as public servant?
Bribery for endorsement of person as public servant is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-106.1 (Bribery for endorsement of person as public servant).
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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.