Utah criminal charge
Parole proceedings in Utah
Parole proceedings is a criminal offense under Utah law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 77-27-9. Its classification is not fixed: Utah assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by Utah Code Ann. § 77-27-9.
What is the penalty for parole proceedings in Utah?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 6 months (Willful disobedience of board subpoena — A person who willfully disobeys a properly served subpoena issued by the board commits this offense.) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204 |
| Fine | up to $1,000 (Willful disobedience of board subpoena — A person who willfully disobeys a properly served subpoena issued by the board commits this offense.; 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).
How is parole proceedings classified in Utah?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willful disobedience of board subpoena | Class B Misdemeanor | A person who willfully disobeys a properly served subpoena issued by the board commits this offense. | Utah Code Ann. § 77-27-9(4)(b) |
Common questions about parole proceedings in Utah
Is parole proceedings a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
What are the penalties for parole proceedings in Utah?
Penalties for parole proceedings in Utah depend on how it is classified — from a Class B Misdemeanor up to a Class B Misdemeanor — with the ranges set by Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which Utah statute covers parole proceedings?
Parole proceedings is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 77-27-9 (Parole proceedings).
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.