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Divorced in Utah Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Utah legislative session

In Utah criminal law, “Divorced” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Utah criminal code.

What does “Divorced” mean in Utah criminal law?

"Divorced" means an individual who has obtained a divorce under Title 81, Chapter 4, Part 4, Divorce. (Utah Code Ann. § 77-36-1)

Statutes defining or using this term

Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.