1st Degree Felony.
A defendant commits rape of a child (domestic violence) when they have sexual intercourse with a child who is under the age of 14.
If the accused is convicted of 1st degree felony rape of a child, imprisonment is mandatory.
(Utah Code Ann. §76-5-402.1(3))
Not less than 25 years and which may be for life.
Life without parole, if the judge finds that during the course of the commission of the rape of a child (domestic violence) the defendant caused serious bodily injury to another, or that at the time of the commission of the rape of a child the defendant was previously convicted of a grievous sexual offense.
1st 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)
The court may order the accused to pay restitution if convicted of this crime.
(Utah Code Ann. §77-38a-301)
Lifetime registration.
(Utah Code Ann. §77-27-21.5(12)(c)(i)(A))
Because of the unique and highly emotional nature of domestic violence crimes, the high recidivism
rate of violent offenders, and the demonstrated increased risk of continued acts of violence subsequent
to the release of an offender who has been arrested for domestic violence, it was the finding of the
Utah Legislature that domestic violence crimes, are crimes for which bail may be denied if there is
substantial evidence to support the charge, and if the court finds by clear and convincing evidence
that he alleged perpetrator would constitute a substantial danger to an alleged victim of domestic
violence if released on bail.
(Utah Code Ann. §76-6-2.5(12))
In addition to penalties otherwise provided by law, the court may:
The court will:
A defendant convicted of a 1st degree felony rape of a child (domestic violence) must provide a DNA specimen.
(Utah Code Ann. §53-10-403(2))
A defendant convicted of rape of a child (domestic violence) may not posses, use or have control of a firearm or ammunition for life.
(18 U.S.C. §922(g)(9))
Learn more about crimes related to Rape of a Child (Domestic Violence). If you have any questions, please feel free to call our office at (801) 505-1586.