Utah Code 76-10-509.7. Parent or guardian knowing of minor’s possession of dangerous weapon
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| class B misdemeanor | up to 6 months | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In Utah Code 76-10-509.7
- Dangerous weapon: means :(6)(a)(i) a firearm; or(6)(a)(ii) an object that in the manner of its use or intended use is capable of causing death or serious bodily injury. See Utah Code 76-10-501
Any parent or guardian of a minor who knows that the minor is in possession of a dangerous weapon in violation of Section
76-10-509.4 and fails to make reasonable efforts to remove the dangerous weapon from the minor’s possession is guilty of a class B misdemeanor.