Utah criminal charge
Disposition on finding of not competent to proceed in Utah
Disposition on finding of not competent to proceed is a Class B Misdemeanor under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 80-6-403. 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. § 80-6-403.
What is the penalty for disposition on finding of not competent to proceed 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 disposition on finding of not competent to proceed in Utah
Is disposition on finding of not competent to proceed a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
Disposition on finding of not competent to proceed is a Class B Misdemeanor in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 80-6-403.
What are the penalties for disposition on finding of not competent to proceed in Utah?
As a Class B Misdemeanor, disposition on finding of not competent to proceed 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 disposition on finding of not competent to proceed?
Disposition on finding of not competent to proceed is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 80-6-403 (Disposition on finding of not competent to proceed - Subsequent hearings - Notice to prosecuting attorneys).
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.