Utah criminal charge
Interference with a peace officer in Utah
Interference with a peace officer is a Class B Misdemeanor under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-305. 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. § 76-8-305.
What is the penalty for interference with a peace officer 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 interference with a peace officer in Utah
Is interference with a peace officer a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
Interference with a peace officer is a Class B Misdemeanor in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-305.
What are the penalties for interference with a peace officer in Utah?
As a Class B Misdemeanor, interference with a peace officer 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 interference with a peace officer?
Interference with a peace officer is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-8-305 (Interference with a peace officer).
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.