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Trade or commerce in Utah Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Utah legislative session

In Utah criminal law, “Trade or commerce” 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 “Trade or commerce” mean in Utah criminal law?

"Trade or commerce" includes all economic activity involving, or relating to, a commodity, service, or business activity, including the cost of exchange or transportation. (Utah Code Ann. § 76-16-501)

Statutes defining or using this term

Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.