Most states have laws against aiding a suicide or assisted suicide. These laws are usually found in the state’s statutes, and sometimes in the state’s court opinions or case law (common law). The severity level of these crimes range from misdemeanors to felonies.
In Utah, assisting a suicide is considered a criminal offense. Under Utah Code Section 76-5-203, it is a second-degree felony for a person to intentionally aid another in the commission of suicide. This means that if someone provides the physical means by which another person can commit suicide, or if they participate in a substantial step towards causing the suicide, they can be charged with a serious crime. The penalties for a second-degree felony in Utah can include imprisonment for a term of one to 15 years and a fine of up to $10,000. Utah's laws reflect a position that aims to deter any form of assistance in suicide, aligning with the majority of states that criminalize such actions.