H.R.0008

Resolution Admonishing and Censuring Judge Don M. Torgerson

Final Passage·3/4/26

Utah House of Representatives censures Judge Don M. Torgerson for minimizing child rape during sentencing.

This resolution censures Judge Don M. Torgerson for his statements during a sentencing hearing for a defendant convicted of child sexual exploitation. The resolution condemns his comments, including "I've seen worse," and his suggestion that the defendant's privilege justified a lighter sentence. The Utah House of Representatives expresses disappointment in the Utah State Courts for inaccurately defending Judge Torgerson. The resolution also sends a copy to Judge Torgerson, the Judicial Conduct Commission, and the Judicial Council.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 67–3 · Mar 4
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

0
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

67 Yea

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3 Nay

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5 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 2

12:00 PM

House Rules Hearing

History

Mar 17

House

House/ received enrolled bill from Printing in Clerk of the House

Mar 17

House/ to Lieutenant Governor in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing

Mar 4

Bill Received from House for Enrolling in Legislative Research and General Counsel / Enrolling