Utah criminal charge
Vehicle accidents in Utah
Vehicle accidents is a Class B Misdemeanor under Utah criminal law, defined by Utah Code Ann. § 41-6a-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. § 41-6a-403.
What is the penalty for vehicle accidents 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 vehicle accidents in Utah
Is vehicle accidents a felony or a misdemeanor in Utah?
Vehicle accidents is a Class B Misdemeanor in Utah under Utah Code Ann. § 41-6a-403.
What are the penalties for vehicle accidents in Utah?
As a Class B Misdemeanor, vehicle accidents 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 vehicle accidents?
Vehicle accidents is governed by Utah Code Ann. § 41-6a-403 (Vehicle accidents - Investigation and report of operator security - Agency action if no security - Surrender of plates - 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.