Utah Code 76-8-315. Threatening elected officials — Penalties for assault
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Attorney's Note
Under the Utah Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:Class | Prison | Fine |
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felony of the third degree | up to 5 years | up to $5,000 |
class B misdemeanor | up to 6 months | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In Utah Code 76-8-315
- Bodily injury: means physical pain, illness, or any impairment of physical condition. See Utah Code 76-1-101.5
Assault on an elected official is a felony of the third degree if bodily injury is attempted or occurs, otherwise the assault is a class B misdemeanor.
Enacted by Chapter 330, 1983 General Session