Utah criminal charge
Theft of service in Utah
Theft of service is a criminal offense under Utah law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-409. 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. § 76-6-409.
What is the penalty for theft of service in Utah?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 1 years to 15 years (Theft of service ($5,000 or more) — The value of the service obtained or diverted is or exceeds $5,000.; indeterminate prison term, unless the statute provides otherwise; actual release is determined by the Board of Pardons and Parole) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-203 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (Theft of service ($5,000 or more) — The value of the service obtained or diverted is or exceeds $5,000.; greater amounts may be specifically authorized by statute (Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-301)) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-203 |
| Jail / prison | up to 6 months (Theft of service (under $500) — The value of the service is less than $500 and no higher classification under (3)(a), (3)(b), or (3)(c) applies.) | discretionary | Utah Code Ann. § 76-3-204 |
| Fine | up to $1,000 (Theft of service (under $500) — The value of the service is less than $500 and no higher classification under (3)(a), (3)(b), or (3)(c) applies.; 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 theft of service classified in Utah?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theft of service ($5,000 or more) | Second Degree Felony | The value of the service obtained or diverted is or exceeds $5,000. | Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-409(3)(a) |
| Theft of service (under $500) | Class B Misdemeanor | The value of the service is less than $500 and no higher classification under (3)(a), (3)(b), or (3)(c) applies. | Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-409(3)(d) |
Common questions about theft of service in Utah
Is theft of service a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
It depends on the circumstances: theft of service ranges from a Class B Misdemeanor to a Second Degree Felony in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-409.
Theft of service ($5,000 or more): Second Degree Felony (Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-409(3)(a)) · Theft of service (under $500): Class B Misdemeanor (Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-409(3)(d))
What are the penalties for theft of service in Utah?
Which Utah statute covers theft of service?
Theft of service is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-409 (Theft of service).
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.