Weapons Offenses: Parent's Knowledge of a Minor's Weapon Possession
Parent's Knowledge of a Minor's Weapon Possession: Attorneys
Legal Definition:
Parent's Knowledge of a Minor's Weapon Possession
Utah Code §76-10-509.6
Degree
Class B misdemeanor.
Elements
A defendant, who is a parent or guardian, commits a class B misdemeanor knowing of minor's possession of dangerous weapon, when they know that the minor possesses a dangerous weapon and fail to make reasonable efforts to remove the firearm from the minor's possession.
Fine
Class B misdemeanor: A fine not to exceed $1,000, plus a 90% surcharge.
(Utah Code Ann. §76-3-301(1)(d), Utah Code Ann. §51-9-401)
Restitution
The court may order the accused to pay restitution if convicted of this crime.
(Utah Code Ann. §77-38a-301)
Imprisonment
Class B misdemeanor: A term in jail not to exceed 6 months.
(Utah Code Ann. §76-3-204(2))
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