Murder in Utah law constitutes the intentional killing, under circumstances defined by law, of people within or under the jurisdiction of the U.S. state of Utah.
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that in the year 2020, the state had one of the lowest murder rates in the country.[1]
"State v. Perea, 2013 UT 68, 322 P.3d 624 (November 15, 2013) (Graham inapplicable to 19-year-old and homicide cases)"[2]
Penalties
edit| Offense | Mandatory sentencing
(Parole Eligibility Determined by Parole Board) |
|---|---|
| Murder or felony murder | 15 years to life |
| Aggravated murder | Death penalty, life without parole, or 25 years to life |
References
edit- ^ "National Center for Health Statistics: Homicide Mortality by State". Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. February 16, 2021. Retrieved September 24, 2021.
- ^ "NACDL - Excessive Sentencing Project - Utah". NACDL - National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
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