Degree

1^st or 2^nd Degree Felony.

Elements

A defendant commits sexual exploitation of a minor: when they:

• knowingly produce, possess, or possess with intent to distribute child pornography;
• or intentionally distribute or view child pornography;
• or if the defendant is a minor's parent or legal guardian and they knowingly consent to or permit the minor to be sexually exploited.

Fine

2^nd degree felony: A fine not to exceed $10,000, plus a 90% surcharge.
(Utah Code Ann. §76-3-301(1)(a), 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

2^nd degree felony: A term of imprisonment not less than 1 year nor more than 15 years.
(Utah Code Ann. §76-3-203(2))

Sex Offender Registration

Lifetime registration.
(Utah Code Ann. §77-27-21.5(12)(c)(i)(A))

DNA Specimen

A defendant convicted of 2^nd degree felony sexual exploitation of a minor must provide a DNA specimen.
(Utah Code Ann. §53-10-403(2))

Firearms

A defendant convicted of sexual exploitation of a minor may not posses, use or have control of a firearm or ammunition for life.
(18 U.S.C. §922(g)(9))