Paul Protzman (1995 – ) was a Mormon church member in Ogden, Utah; convicted in two separate cases in 2019 of multiple offenses related to sexual abuse of a minor; is a registered sex offender living in Ogden, Utah as of February 2026.
""Rumors need to be silenced, or he will silence them himself" and "he isn't going to jail or be on the list""
— Paul Protzman -P.C. Affidavit CASE NUMBER 191900073

Paul Richard Protzman a Mormon in Ogden, Utah was convicted in September 2019 of:

Sentenced 180 days in jail/ 88 days credit

– 6 counts of UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR – 3rd Degree Felony (Victim 1)

 

Sentenced 180 days in jail/ 88 days credit

-DEALING IN MATERIALS HARMFUL TO MINOR – 3rd Degree Felony (Victim 2)

-UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR – 3rd Degree Felony (Victim 2)

 

Protzman is a registered sex offender living in Ogden, Utah.

 

The following investigations for both victims occurred at the same time:

According to the P.C. Affidavit: victim 1

June 2018 – November 2018 Protzman had sex with (victim 1) a 15-year-old girl, the victim’s mom suspected sexual abuse and reported it to police.  She also turned over a phone to the police that she discovered that Protzman gave to her daughter, which contained nude photos of Protzman. When the police picked Protzman up for questioning he was making suicidal threats to victim 2, so police took him to the hospital for an evaluation and was later cleared.

In the P.C. Affidavit it states that Protzman emailed victim 1 and said:

“Rumors need to be silenced, or he will silence them himself” and “he isn’t going to jail or be on the list” as well as several other threats made via email, family member of the 15 year old victim were concerned for their safety

 

According to the P.C. Affidavit: Victim 2:

15 year old disclosed she was raped by Protzman.

According to the P.C. Affidavit on 12-20-2018 Protzman trespassed onto Camp Kiesel property and was trespassed by the owner.  What the owner was unaware of at that time was Protzman, a former camp counselor got a master key for the camp and made a copy.  In January of 2019 Protzman illegally used the master key he made to unlawfully enter a room at the camp, where a 15 year old girl he knew was attending.  Protzman engaged in sexual activity with the minor and supplied her with MDMA/ecstasy.  The P.C. Affidavit also states that he had two guns and ammunition, in his bedroom and vehicle.  In addition, while searching his phone police found nude pictures of himself and the teenager.

 

“Paul gave (the girl) a blue pill that he produced from the center console of his vehicle and told (her) it would make her feel better and help her congested sinuses,” according to a search warrant affidavit. “(The girl) recalled being in buildings at Camp Kiesel as well as running toward the BB gun range to get away from Paul. (She) lost consciousness in Paul’s truck and regained consciousness in Ogden City wearing only her underclothes of a tank top and shorts.” –Deseret News

 

Floodlit learned about Protzman’s case thanks to a report from an individual familiar with his case.  We have attempted to find out whether Protzman was an LDS church member at the time of the crimes, but we have not yet located sufficient information to answer that question.  Because he was alleged to have been a Scout Camp counselor at one point and the Boy Scouts of America had a 100+ year close working relationship with the Mormon church, and because multiple online descriptions of the camp say that it is for cub scouts and LDS youth, it appears possible Protzman was at one time an LDS Scout leader.

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Sources

  1. STATE OF UTAH vs. PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN, Xchange Utah Court, January 14, 2019.
  2. STATE OF UTAH vs. PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN, Xchange Utah Court, January 23, 2019.
  3. Paul Richard Protzman, Offender Radar, February 14, 2026.
  4. Charges: Utah man had unlawful sex with 2 teens, 1 at a Cub Scouts camp, Deseret News, January 31, 2019.
  5. Police: Man arrested after allegedly sexually assaulting South Ogden teen multiple times , ABC4, January 13, 2019.
  6. South Ogden man arrested after alleged relations with 15-year-old girl, threats, Gephardt Daily, January 13, 2019.
  7. Charges: Utah man had unlawful sex with 2 teens, 1 at a Cub Scouts camp, KSL, January 31, 2019.
  8. [REDACTED] vs. PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN (Protective Order), Xchange Utah Court, June 9, 2025.

  • 1. STATE OF UTAH vs. PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN

    • 20190114
    • News article
    • Xchange Utah Court

    SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT - OGDEN DISTRICT COURT
    WEBER COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH
    STATE OF UTAH vs. PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN
    CASE NUMBER 191900073 State Felony
    CHARGES

    Charge 1 - 76-5-401 - UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Plea: September 23, 2019 Guilty
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Guilty

    Charge 2 - 76-5-401 - UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Plea: September 23, 2019 Guilty
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Guilty

    Charge 3 - 76-5-401 - UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Plea: September 23, 2019 Guilty
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Guilty

    Charge 4 - 76-5-401 - UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Plea: September 23, 2019 Guilty
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Guilty

    Charge 5 - 76-5-401 - UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Plea: September 23, 2019 Guilty
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Guilty

    Charge 6 - 76-5-401 - UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Plea: September 23, 2019 Guilty
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Guilty

    Charge 7 - 76-5-401 - UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Dismissed (w/o prej)

    Charge 8 - 76-5-401 - UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Dismissed (w/o prej)

    Charge 9 - 76-5-401 - UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Dismissed (w/o prej)

    Charge 10 - 76-5-401 - UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Dismissed (w/o prej)

    Charge 11 - 76-10-1206(1) - DEALING IN MATERIALS HARMFUL TO MINOR - 3rd DegreeFelony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Dismissed (w/o prej)

    Charge 12 - 76-10-1206(1) - DEALING IN MATERIALS HARMFUL TO MINOR - 3rd DegreeFelony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Dismissed (w/o prej)

    Charge 13 - 76-10-1206(1) - DEALING IN MATERIALS HARMFUL TO MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: June 01, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Dismissed (w/o prej)

    CASE NUMBER: 191900073 State Felony14
    Prosecutor: SMITH, DEE W
    Defendant Present
    The defendant is in the custody of the Weber County Jail
    Defendant's Attorney(s): GRAVIS, MARTIN V

    The defendant is remanded to the custody of the Weber County Jail.

    01-28-2019 Minute Entry - NO CONTACT ORDER
    Judge: CAMILLE NEIDER
    PRESENT

    The defendant is in the custody of the Weber County Jail
    Defendant's Attorney(s): RICHARDS, JASON B

    HEARING
    This case is before the Court for decision to preliminary hearing. Jason Richards has entered his appearance of counsel and has filed a motion to release defendant on his own recognizance or in the alternative modify bail.Respective counsel give argument. Motion denied. Bail to remain set at $60,000.00.

    Defendant is ordered to have no contact, direct or indirect, with alleged victims or potential witnesses.Court directs State to prepare a notice of witnesses he would have concern of defendant contacting.

    If defendant is able to post bail, as a condition of release, Court orders defendant have no internet or cellphone. Defendant to reside with his parents, subject to any terms and conditions Court would want to review at next hearing. Court continues matter to 02/25/19 at 1:30 pm.
    DECISION TO PRELIM.

    The defendant is in the custody of the Weber County Jail

    This case is before the Court for decision to preliminary hearing. Defense counsel has filed a motion and order for undertaking of bail as defendant's family has executed a property bond. State has no objection. Court signs order for undertaking and will allow defendant to be released on property bond.
    As a condition of release, defendant to comply with a no contact order previously ordered, which State will reduce to writing and submit to Court for signature. Additionally,Court orders defendant to not possess or have access to any firearms. Court continues matter to 05/06/19 at 3:00 pm.

    HEARING
    This case is before the Court for decision to preliminary hearing. Defense counsel needs time to review potential plea offer with defendant. State will be filing an amended information. Plea offer made to defendant will remain open until next hearing. If case is not resolved, matter will beset for preliminary hearing. Court continues matter to06/10/19 at 1:30 pm.
    Defense counsel requests clarification regarding no contact order. Defendant is residing with parents and doesn't have unsupervised internet access. However, defendant is currently employed and needs to have a phone to communicate with his boss and other coworkers. Respective parties address the Court.
    Since defendant has posted bail, Court modifies its previous order from the 01/28/19 hearing. Defendant is to reside with his parents with remaining conditions subject to standard terms and conditions of release.

    09-11-2019 Filed: Return of Electronic Notification
    09-23-2019 Charge 1 Disposition is Guilty
    09-23-2019 Charge 2 Disposition is Guilty
    09-23-2019 Charge 3 Disposition is Guilty
    09-23-2019 Charge 4 Disposition is Guilty
    09-23-2019 Charge 10 Disposition is Dismissed (w/o
    09-23-2019 Charge 5 Disposition is Guilty
    09-23-2019 Charge 6 Disposition is Guilty
    09-23-2019 Charge 7 Disposition is Dismissed (w/o
    09-23-2019 Charge 8 Disposition is Dismissed (w/o
    09-23-2019 Charge 9 Disposition is Dismissed (w/o
    09-23-2019 Charge 11 Disposition is Dismissed (w/o
    09-23-2019 Charge 12 Disposition is Dismissed (w/o
    09-23-2019 Charge 13 Disposition is Dismissed (w/o
    09-23-2019 Minute Entry - PRELIMINARY HEARING-WAIVER
    prepare a Pre-sentence report.

    CASE NUMBER: 191900073 State Felony14
    This case is before the Court for decision to preliminary hearing. Case has been negotiated with case #191900191.Defendant waives his preliminary hearing. Court accepts waiver and binds matter over to the trial court.

    ARRAIGNMENT
    Defendant waives further reading of the Information.
    Court will rely on the Statement of Defendant in Support of Guilty Plea and Certificate of Counsel to supplement a full Rule 11 colloquy. Defendant enters pleas of guilty to counts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 as charged. Court finds pleas are entered knowingly and voluntarily.

    Counts 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 are dismissed. State agrees no additional charges regarding incidents that led to charges with this particular victim. Defendant is referred to Adult Probation & Parole for a presentence report. Defendant's parents will be out of the country for part of October and November, but would like sentencing set after they return. Sentencing set 11/26/19 at 1:30 pm, however, presentence report is due to the Court by11/04/19.

    Defendant to report to probation by 5:00 pm on 09/23/19.Counsel to submit any additional sentencing memorandums by11/04/19. Pretrial no contact order remains in place. As further condition of release, defendant to reside with an informed, responsible adult. Defense counsel withdraws his motion to withdraw as counsel.

    SENTENCE PRISON
    Based on the defendant's conviction of UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR a 3rd Degree Felony, the defendant is sentenced to an indeterminate term of not to exceed five years in the Utah State Prison.
    The prison term is suspended.

    Based on the defendant's conviction of UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR a 3rd Degree Felony, the defendant is sentenced to an indeterminate term of not to exceed five years in the Utah State Prison.
    The prison term is suspended.

    Based on the defendant's conviction of UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR a 3rd Degree Felony, the defendant is sentenced to an indeterminate term of not to exceed five years in the Utah State Prison.
    The prison term is suspended.

    Based on the defendant's conviction of UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR a 3rd Degree Felony, the defendant is sentenced to an indeterminate term of not to exceed five years in the Utah State Prison.
    The prison term is suspended.

    Based on the defendant's conviction of UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR a 3rd Degree Felony, the defendant is sentenced to an indeterminate term of not to exceed five years in the Utah State Prison.
    The prison term is suspended.

    Based on the defendant's conviction of UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR a 3rd Degree Felony, the defendant is sentenced to an indeterminate term of not to exceed five years in the Utah State Prison.
    The prison term is suspended.

    SENTENCE PRISON CONCURRENT/CONSECUTIVE NOTE
    Prison terms to run concurrently to each other but consecutively to #191900191 if served.

    SENTENCE JAIL
    Based on the defendant's conviction of UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR a 3rd Degree Felony, the defendant is sentenced to a term of 180 day(s)
    02-14-2026 07:46 PM Page 11 of
    CASE NUMBER: 191900073 State Felony14
    Commitment is to begin immediately.
    Credit is granted for 88 day(s) previously served

    ORDER OF PROBATION
    The defendant is placed on probation for 48 month(s).
    Probation is to be supervised by Adult Probation and Parole.
    Defendant to serve 180 day(s) jail.
    The defendant shall enter into an agreement with the Utah State Department of Adult Probation & Parole and comply strictly with its terms and conditions.
    The defendant shall report to the Department of Corrections and to the court whenever required.
    The defendant shall develop and comply with a Case Action Plan addressing risk factors and needs to maximize his ability to successfully complete probation.
    The defendant shall commit no further violation of any federal, state or local laws.
    The defendant shall have no contact with the victims, or their families, directly or indirectly.
    The defendant shall abide by the Group A Sex Offender Group conditions as outlined by the Department of Corrections,with one modification as follows:
    The defendant may date others who are over the age of eighteen (18), but such relationships prohibit defendant from having any contact with their children who are under the age of eighteen (18).
    The defendant shall pay restitution after amounts have been determined by the State. Restitution shall remain open for the statutory period of time.
    The defendant shall serve a total of 180 days in the Weber County Jail with credit for time served of 88 days and release for work or work search and treatment.
    The defendant shall report to probation the same day he is released to the Kiesel Facility and then as directed.
    02-14-2026 07:46 PM Page 12 of
    CASE NUMBER: 191900073 State Felony14
    The defendant shall take all medications as prescribed and in their proper dosages. If Weber County Jail cannot make accommodations for his medications, the Court is to be notified immediately.
    The defendant may be put on an ankle monitor or have additional restrictions placed upon him if probation has any concerns.
    The defendant shall participate in and complete sex specific treatment as determined appropriate by Adult Probation & Parole.
    The defendant shall submit to DNA testing and pay required fees.

  • 2. STATE OF UTAH vs. PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN

    • 20190123
    • News article
    • Xchange Utah Court

    SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT - OGDEN DISTRICT COURT
    WEBER COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH
    STATE OF UTAH vs. PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN
    CASE NUMBER 191900191 State Felony
    CHARGES

    Charge 1 - 58-37-8(1)(A)(III) - POSS W/ INTENT TO DIST C/SUBSTANCE - 2nd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: January 02, 2019
    Location: Weber County
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Dismissed (w/o prej)

    Charge 2 - 76-5-401 - UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: January 02, 2019
    Location: Weber County
    Plea: September 23, 2019 Guilty
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Guilty

    Charge 3 - 76-10-1206(1) - DEALING IN MATERIALS HARMFUL TO MINOR - 3rd Degree Felony
    Offense Date: December 27, 2018
    Location: Weber County
    Plea: September 23, 2019 Guilty
    Disposition: September 23, 2019 Guilty

    SENTENCE PRISON
    Based on the defendant's conviction of UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR a 3rd Degree Felony, the defendant is sentenced to an indeterminate term of not to exceed five years in the Utah State Prison.
    The prison term is suspended.

    Based on the defendant's conviction of DEALING IN MATERIALS HARMFUL TO MINOR a 3rd Degree Felony, the defendant is sentenced to an indeterminate term of not to exceed five years in the Utah State Prison.
    The prison term is suspended.

    02-14-2026 07:52 PM Page 9 of
    CASE NUMBER: 191900191 State Felony12
    SENTENCE PRISON CONCURRENT/CONSECUTIVE NOTE
    Prison terms to run concurrently to each other but consecutively to #191900073 if served.

    SENTENCE JAIL
    Based on the defendant's conviction of UNLAW SEX ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR a 3rd Degree Felony, the defendant is sentenced to a term of 180 day(s)
    Commitment is to begin immediately.
    Credit is granted for 33 day(s) previously served

    ORDER OF PROBATION
    The defendant is placed on probation for 48 month(s).
    Probation is to be supervised by Adult Probation and Parole.
    Defendant to serve 180 day(s) jail.
    The defendant shall enter into an agreement with the Utah State Department of Adult Probation & Parole and comply strictly with its terms and conditions.
    The defendant shall report to the Department of Corrections and to the court whenever required.
    The defendant shall develop and comply with a Case Action Plan addressing risk facts and needs to maximize his ability to successfully complete probation.
    The defendant shall commit no further violation of any federal, state or local laws.
    The defendant shall have no contact with the victims, or their families, directly or indirectly.
    The defendant shall abide by the Group A Sex Offender Group conditions as outlined by the Department of Corrections,with one modification as follows:
    The defendant may date others who are over the age of eighteen (18), but such relationships prohibit defendant from having any contact with their children who are under the age of eighteen (18).
    The defendant shall pay restitution after amounts have been determined by the State. Restitution shall remain open for the statutory period of time.
    The defendant shall serve a total of 180 days in the Weber County Jail with credit for time served of 88 days and release for work or work search and treatment.
    The defendant shall report to probation the same day he is released to the Kiesel Facility and then as directed.

    02-14-2026 07:52 PM Page 10 of
    CASE NUMBER: 191900191 State Felony12
    The defendant shall take all medications as prescribed and in their proper dosages. If Weber County Jail cannot make accommodations for his medications, the Court is to be notified immediately.
    The defendant may be put on an ankle monitor or have additional restrictions placed upon him if probation has any concerns.
    The defendant shall participate in and complete sex specific treatment as determined appropriate by Adult Probation & Parole.
    The defendant shall submit to DNA testing and pay required fees.

  • 3. Paul Richard Protzman

    • 20260214
    • Registered sex offender record
    • Offender Radar

    IMPORTANT OFFENDER DATA

    Status : Active

    PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION

    DOB : 06/01/1995
    Age : 29
    Sex : Male
    Height : 5'10''
    Weight : 150
    Race : White
    Hair Color : Brown
    Eye Color : Hazel

    OFFENSES

    Offense : 76-5-401 - UNLAWFUL SEXUAL ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR/3RD DEGREE FELONY
    Date Convicted : 12/02/2019
    Conviction State : Utah
    Statute : 76-5-401
    Offense Count : 1
    Offense : 76-5-401 - UNLAWFUL SEXUAL ACTIVITY WITH A MINOR/3RD DEGREE FELONY
    Date Convicted : 12/02/2019
    Conviction State : Utah
    Statute : 76-5-401
    Offense Count : 6

    REGISTRATION DETAILS

    Collected From : Utah State Registry

    ALIAS

    Paul PROTZMAN
    Paul R PROTZMAN

  • 4. Charges: Utah man had unlawful sex with 2 teens, 1 at a Cub Scouts camp

    • 20190131
    • News article
    • Deseret News

    OGDEN — A North Ogden man charged with having unlawful sex with two 15-year-old girls, including one at a Cub Scouts camp where he was a counselor and allegedly gave the girl Ecstasy, has been served with no contact orders.

    Paul Richard Protzman, 23, is charged with 16 felonies in two separate cases in 2nd District Court.

    In one case, he is charged with drug distribution, a second-degree felony, plus unlawful sexual activity with a minor and dealing in harmful materials to a minor, third-degree felonies.

    In the other case, he is charged with 10 counts of unlawful sex with a minor and three counts of dealing in harmful materials to a minor, all third-degree felonies.

    Protzman was ordered by a judge this week to have no contact with the two 15-year-old girls or their families pending the outcome of his court proceedings, according to court records.

    In one case, Protzman is accused of taking a girl east of Huntsville to Camp Kiesel, where he had been a camp counselor, and made a copy of the master key without permission, according to charging documents. Police say Protzman gave the victim a pill, later determined to be Ecstasy, before engaging in sexual activity with her.

    "Paul gave (the girl) a blue pill that he produced from the center console of his vehicle and told (her) it would make her feel better and help her congested sinuses," according to a search warrant affidavit. "(The girl) recalled being in buildings at Camp Kiesel as well as running toward the BB gun range to get away from Paul. (She) lost consciousness in Paul's truck and regained consciousness in Ogden City wearing only her underclothes of a tank top and shorts."
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    After the alleged assault, Protzman sent the girl several threatening emails stating, "Rumors need to be silenced, or he will silence them himself," charging documents state. Other messages from Protzman stated he "isn't going to jail or be on the list," the charge state.

    On Jan. 10 — the day Protzman had allegedly threatened to kill himself — police found him with a handgun and two magazines, according to the charges.

    Protzman told police he had sex with the other girl more than 20 times between June and November of 2018 in multiple locations around Weber County, the charges state.

    Bail in one case was set at $60,000 and $20,000 in the other. His next scheduled court hearing for both cases is set for Feb. 25.

  • 5. Police: Man arrested after allegedly sexually assaulting South Ogden teen multiple times

    • 20190113
    • News article
    • ABC4

    SOUTH OGDEN, Utah (ABC4 News) – A Utah man has been arrested on multiple felonies after teen’s parents discovered he had sexually assaulted their daughter multiple times.

    Police responded to the home of the 15-year-old girl whose parents said 23-year-old Paul Protzman had been having sex with their daughter.

    The mother reported she had observed behavior between her daughter and the suspect that made her suspicious they have been having sex. The mom also found a phone Protzman had given her daughter, which was turned over to police.

    Police spoke with the victim who said Protzman had sent her nude pictures via text messages, exposing his gentiles on multiple occasions. The girl also told police Protzman was having sex with another 15-year-old.

    Protzman​​​​​​​ admitted to detectives he had been having sex with the reporting victim.

    During the investigation, police found several threats made via email prior to his arrest stating “Rumors need to be silenced, or he will silence them himself”, and he “isn’t going to jail or be on the list”.

    Protzman also made comments regarding committing suicide and during a welfare check conducted by North Ogden Police, he was located with a concealed 9mm handgun with two extra loaded magazines.

    Protzman​​​​​​​ has been booked into Weber County Jail on ten third-degree felony counts of unlawful sexual activity with a minor and three felony counts of dealing in materials harmful to a minor.

    *Correction* The original story had an incorrect name for the suspect. That has since been corrected.

  • 6. South Ogden man arrested after alleged relations with 15-year-old girl, threats

    • 20190113
    • News article
    • Gephardt Daily

    SOUTH OGDEN, Utah, Jan. 13, 2019 (Gephardt Daily) — A 23-year-old South Ogden man was arrested after he allegedly had an unlawful relationship with a 15-year-old girl, then threatened her.

    A probable cause statement from the 2nd District Court in Ogden said Paul Richard Protzman is facing 10 counts of third-degree felony sexual activity with a minor, as well as three counts of third-degree felony dealing in materials harmful to a minor.

    The probable cause statement said that in August of 2018, the arresting officer responded to an address in South Ogden on a report of a sex offense.

    The officer met with the complainant on arrival, who said she wanted to report that she suspected her 15-year-old daughter was having a sexual relationship with the suspect, later identified as Protzman.

    The complainant reported that she had observed behavior between her daughter and the suspect that made her suspicious that they were intimate. She also said she had found a phone that the suspect had allegedly given her daughter, and this was turned over to police.

    On Wednesday, the arresting officer spoke with the 15 year old and she admitted that the suspect had sent her sexually explicit photos of himself on multiple occasions. She also said she believed the suspect was having sexual relations with a second 15 year old. The 15 year old that was being interviewed said she and her parents were all concerned for their safety.

    The next day, officials picked up Protzman after he allegedly made suicidal threats to the second 15 year old.

    “It was reported that when Paul was picked up he had a handgun in his possession,” the statement said. “Paul was transported to the hospital for an evaluation and was later cleared.”

    The arresting officer then went to the hospital and asked Protzman if he would speak to him. The suspect was transported to the South Ogden Police Department and advised of his Miranda rights.

    During his interview, Protzman admitted to having sexual relations with the first 15 year old 20 or more times between the time period of June 16, 2018 and November of 2018. He also admitted to sending sexually explicit photographs of himself via text message to the 15 year old on at least three different occasions.

    “There were several threats made via email prior to Paul being arrested stating ‘Rumors need to be silenced, or he will silence them himself,’ and that he ‘isn’t going to jail or be on the list.'” the probable cause statement said. “Family members of the 15 year old are concerned for their safety.

    The suspect allegedly also threatened suicide again on another occasion and, during a welfare check that was conducted by North Ogden Police Department, he was located and had a concealed 9 mm handgun with two extra loaded magazines on his person. He then lied to officers when asked if he had any weapons on his person.

    Weber County Sheriff’s Office is also working a separate case involving a third 15 year old “that disclosed that she was raped by Paul.” The suspect allegedly also admitted to having relations with this 15 year old.

    Protzman was booked into Weber County Jail with his bail set at $60,000.

  • 7. Charges: Utah man had unlawful sex with 2 teens, 1 at a Cub Scouts camp

    • 20190131
    • News article
    • KSL

    OGDEN — A North Ogden man charged with having unlawful sex with two 15-year-old girls, including one at a Cub Scouts camp where he was a counselor and allegedly gave the girl Ecstasy, has been served with no contact orders.

    Paul Richard Protzman, 23, is charged with 16 felonies in two separate cases in 2nd District Court.

    In one case, he is charged with drug distribution, a second-degree felony, plus unlawful sexual activity with a minor and dealing in harmful materials to a minor, third-degree felonies.

    In the other case, he is charged with 10 counts of unlawful sex with a minor and three counts of dealing in harmful materials to a minor, all third-degree felonies.

    Protzman was ordered by a judge this week to have no contact with the two 15-year-old girls or their families pending the outcome of his court proceedings, according to court records.

    In one case, Protzman is accused of taking a girl east of Huntsville to Camp Kiesel, where he had been a camp counselor, and made a copy of the master key without permission, according to charging documents. Police say Protzman gave the victim a pill, later determined to be Ecstasy, before engaging in sexual activity with her.

    "Paul gave (the girl) a blue pill that he produced from the center console of his vehicle and told (her) it would make her feel better and help her congested sinuses," according to a search warrant affidavit. "(The girl) recalled being in buildings at Camp Kiesel as well as running toward the BB gun range to get away from Paul. (She) lost consciousness in Paul's truck and regained consciousness in Ogden City wearing only her underclothes of a tank top and shorts."

    After the alleged assault, Protzman sent the girl several threatening emails stating, "Rumors need to be silenced, or he will silence them himself," charging documents state. Other messages from Protzman stated he "isn't going to jail or be on the list," the charge state.

    On Jan. 10 — the day Protzman had allegedly threatened to kill himself — police found him with a handgun and two magazines, according to the charges.

    Protzman told police he had sex with the other girl more than 20 times between June and November of 2018 in multiple locations around Weber County, the charges state.

    Bail in one case was set at $60,000 and $20,000 in the other. His next scheduled court hearing for both cases is set for Feb. 25.

  • 8. [REDACTED] vs. PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN (Protective Order)

    • 20250609
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    THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT - SALT LAKE COUNTY DISTRICT COURT
    SALT LAKE COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH
    [REDACTED] vs. PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN
    CASE NUMBER 254903051 Protective Orders **** PRIVATE ****
    CURRENT ASSIGNED JUDGE
    THADDEUS MAY
    CURRENT ASSIGNED COMMISSIONER
    JOANNA SAGERS
    PARTIES
    Petitioner - [REDACTED]
    Respondent - PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN
    Also Known As - RICHARD PROTZMAN(PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN)
    Also Known As - RICHARD PAUL PROTZMAN(PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN)
    Also Known As - P RICHARD PROTZMAN(PAUL RICHARD PROTZMAN)

    06-10-2025 Case Disposition is Denied
    Disposition Judge is VERNICE TREASE
    06-10-2025 Note: Emailed Petitioner Denied Order-KW

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