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Trevor Lee

RepublicanNo longer running · Out in Primary

About

Trevor Lee is a Republican who represented Utah House District 16, covering parts of Davis County, from January 2023 until losing the 2026 Republican primary. He is a wealth manager by profession, graduated from Davis High School and Weber State University with a degree in technical sales and a minor in Spanish, and resides in Layton with his wife Kaitlin and family.

Where they stand

Tax Relief and Spending Restraint supports lower taxes, disciplined budgets, and accountability; record includes $850 million in tax reductions.
Education Quality, Choice, and Parental Rights supports stronger schools, school choice, parental involvement, and curriculum transparency; supported $915 million increase for public education teachers.
Secure, Transparent Elections supports clear, secure election laws and integrity measures.
Rule of Law and Immigration supports limiting taxpayer-funded benefits to those lawfully present and secure-border policies.
Standing With Parents and Protecting Life supports parental rights and pro-life policies.
Defending the Right to Keep and Bear Arms unapologetically pro-Second Amendment, opposes restrictions on law-abiding citizens.
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Coverage

Trevor Lee's seat will remain vacant, Stevenson to finish out his term as commissioner

Rep. Trevor Lee has represented House District 16 in Davis County since January 2023. He has been charged with communications fraud, mortgage fraud, forgery and possession of a forgery device. He has been ordered to appear in Third District Court Oct.

October 13, 2026

Utah House District 16: Bob Stevenson faces Abigail Treasure

The Layton seat, formerly held by Rep. Trevor Lee, is in play after Stevenson knocked Lee out in the GOP primary in June. Treasure hopes to flip it for Democrats. (Campaign photos) Bob Stevenson, left, and Abigail Treasure, candidates for the 2026 House District 16 election.

LaytonOctober 12, 2026

Trevor Lee's new defense attorney also represents accused Charlie Kirk killer Tyler Robinson

Ex-Rep. Trevor Lee wanted to name a street for Charlie Kirk. Now he shares a lawyer with Kirk’s accused killer. Lee resigned from the Legislature late last month upon being charged with four fraud felonies. Trevor Lee, R-Layton attends a convention.

LaytonOctober 9, 2026

Tyler Robinson's attorney defends Trevor Lee after he pushed Kirk street renaming

Former Utah Rep. Trevor Lee is being represented by the same lead defense attorney appointed to represent Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. Court records list Kathryn Nester as an attorney for Lee in the criminal case brought by the Utah Attorney General’s Office.

October 7, 2026

Ex-Rep. Trevor Lee wanted to name a street for Charlie Kirk. Now he shares a lawyer with Kirk's accused killer

Shortly after Charlie Kirk was gunned down in Utah, GOP state Rep. A year later, the attorney defending the man accused of killing Kirk will also represent Lee as the former lawmaker faces four felony counts related to mortgage fraud. Trevor Lee charged with fraud, forgery; resigns from Utah House: Rep.

October 7, 2026

Former State Representative Gets Court Date

(Salt Lake City, UT) — Former Utah state Representative Trevor Lee is being ordered to appear in court on October 28th. He’s facing four felonies, including mortgage fraud. His official summons says he must appear that morning to be booked, then he’ll be released for his court date.

Salt Lake CityOctober 6, 2026

Here's when former Rep. Trevor Lee will appear in court on fraud allegations

Former Utah Rep. Trevor Lee was ordered to appear in court on Oct. Lee, a Republican, resigned from the House of Representatives shortly after charges were filed. Attorneys for Lee filed initial documents with the court on Monday. Lee was charged last week after investigators were asked to look into "allegations of public corruption involving State of Utah Representative Trevor Alfred Lee.

October 5, 2026

Former Rep. Trevor Lee Faces Felony Fraud and Forgery Charges

Former Utah State Representative Trevor Lee faces four felony charges of fraud and forgery following an investigation into his efforts to obtain a $1 million home loan. Lee, who resigned his House seat after the charges were filed, is scheduled to appear in court on Oct. 28.

Salt Lake CountyOctober 1, 2026

Rep. Trevor Lee charged with fraud, resigns from Utah House

Criminal charges were filed Monday by the Utah Attorney General's Office in 3rd District Court against Rep. Lee submitted a letter of resignation to the speaker of the Utah House of Representatives shortly after charges were filed Monday, effective immediately.

September 30, 2026

Lee often complained about money troubles before alleged fraud, company CEO says

As a former coworker of former Rep. Rep. Trevor Lee charged with fraud, forgery; resigns from Utah House: Rep. Trevor Lee charged with fraud, forgery; resigns from Utah House Lee is charged with four felonies, including the forgery allegation and other fraud that he is accused of committing to get a home loan of a $1 million.

September 30, 2026

Before Rep. Trevor Lee, these lawbreaker Utah lawmakers resigned after being charged with crimes

From poaching wildlife to soliciting sex, these seven legislators gave up their seats after getting into legal tangles. Trevor Lee, R-Layton, sits next to Burgess Owens, at a Learning Event sponsored The Utah Republicans at the University of Utah, on Friday, April 10, 2026.

LaytonSeptember 29, 2026

Rep. Trevor Lee to resign from the Utah House of Representatives

Rep. Trevor Lee notified Speaker Mike Schultz of his resignation from the Utah House of Representatives, effective immediately. “Due to personal circumstances that require my attention, I no longer feel I can give my constituents the time, attention, and service they deserve,” said Rep.

September 29, 2026

Utah Rep. Trevor Lee charged with four felonies, resigns effective immediately

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Sept. 28, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — The Utah Attorney General’s Office on Monday filed criminal charges in 3rd District Court against Rep. Trevor Lee, R-Layton, accusing him of fraud and forging documents to obtain a million-dollar home loan.

LaytonSeptember 29, 2026

Rep. Trevor Lee Resigns Amid Felony Fraud and Forgery Charges

Republican State Representative Trevor Lee resigned from the Utah House of Representatives on Monday, effective immediately, following felony charges filed by the Utah Attorney General's Office. Lee faces charges of fraud and forgery related to the mortgage for a newly constructed home in Layton.

LaytonSeptember 29, 2026

Utah Representative Trevor Lee Resigns Amid Felony Fraud Charges

Republican State Representative Trevor Lee resigned from the Utah House on Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, following fraud charges filed by the Utah Attorney General's Office. Lee faces four felony counts related to forged employment documents used to secure a mortgage.

Davis CountySeptember 29, 2026

Court documents allege former Utah Rep. Trevor Lee forged signature to obtain $1M loan

Court documents detail allegations that former Utah Rep. Charging documents filed by the Utah Attorney General’s Office in 3rd District Court accuse Lee of fraud and forgery. MORE: Rep. Trevor Lee resigns from Utah Legislature following felony fraud charges Prosecutors say Lee forged Spafford’s signature on the contract and later admitted to doing so.

September 28, 2026

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