Attorneys

Filing Information

Attorneys may file information with the Board using three methods:

  1. Hand delivery to 448 E. Winchester St, Suite 300, Murray, Utah 84107
  2. U.S. Mail to the above address
  3. Emailing a PDF attachment of the filing to [email protected]

With the exception of pardon applications, there is no specific format required for filings. Please refer to Utah Administrative Rule R671 for relevant information on the type of filing (e.g., compassionate release, special attention, commutation).

For pardon applications, please see https://bop.utah.gov/pardons/.

For questions, please contact [email protected] or call 801-261-6464.

Prosecutor-Initiated Board Review

A prosecutor from the office that prosecuted an incarcerated individual may request a special attention review to reconsider and modify a previous Board decision. Such modification may be made when exceptional circumstances exist, and may not increase the severity of a person's punishment.

The prosecutor-initiated Board review process includes the following steps:

  • To gain a better understanding of the population that may be eligible for Board review, a prosecutor should collect individualized corrections data for the county in which they have jurisdiction and establish initial review criteria for cases that may be considered.
  • When a prosecutor has identified a case for consideration, the prosecutor should notify the incarcerated individual of their eligibility for Board review, obtain their consent, and gather relevant prison documents and supporting documentation.
  • In determining whether to recommend Board review, a prosecutor shall consider such factors as:
    • The nature, circumstances, and severity of the offense
    • The incarcerated individual's disciplinary record and record of rehabilitation while incarcerated
    • Evidence that reflects whether age, time served, or diminished physical condition have reduced the incarcerated individual's risk for future violence
    • Evidence that reflects that circumstances have changed since the incarcerated individual's original sentencing so that continued incarceration is no longer in the interest of justice
    • Any input from a victim of the offense
    • Any potential impact that the sentence modification would have on public safety
  • If a prosecutor determines to request a special attention for a Board review, the prosecutor shall provide the information considered to the Board.
  • If a prosecutor determines to request a special attention for a Board review, the prosecutor shall notify victims in accordance with the Utah Constitution Article 28 and Utah Criminal Code §77-37.
  • Upon receiving a request for a special attention review, the Board shall review the request in accordance with Utah Criminal Code §77-27-5 and Administrative Rule R671-311.