The maximum penalty for a third-degree felony in Utah is a prison term of up to five years and a fine of up to $5,000 plus a surcharge of 90%. In most cases, the court has discretion to suspend the prison sentence and place a person on probation. If placed on felony probation, the judge can still impose up to a year in jail as a “condition” of probation.
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