A person convicted of a crime has the right to be sentenced in no fewer than two and no more than 45 days after conviction or entry of a plea. Utah law mandates imprisonment for all individuals convicted of murder (Utah Code § 76-3-406).To be arrested and charged with a crime does not mean you will automatically go to jail or prison. You must be convicted of the crime. If you are found guilty at trial or plead guilty, you can choose to be sentenced between 2 and 45 days after your conviction. An arrest is a "seizure" under the 4th Amendment, which requires a warrant and "probable cause" for an arrest to take place. The court must set a time for imposing sentence which shall be not less than 2 nor more than 45 days after the verdict or plea. Facing arrest for the first time in Salt Lake City, Utah prompts key decisions. Remain composed, utilize your right to silence, and secure a lawyer promptly. When you do not go to jail or prison after being convicted of Utah crime, you will be placed on probation.