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Rape of a child in Utah

First Degree FelonyCurrent through 2026 Utah legislative session

Rape of a child is a First Degree Felony under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-402.1. As a First Degree Felony, 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. § 76-5-402.1.

Common questions about rape of a child in Utah

Is rape of a child a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?

Rape of a child is a First Degree Felony in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-402.1.

Which Utah statute covers rape of a child?

Rape of a child is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-402.1 (Rape of a child - 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.