Utah Code § 41-6a-518.2 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-518.2
§ 41-6a-518.2. Interlock restricted driver -- Penalties for operation without ignition interlock system -- Exemptions.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section: (a) "Ignition interlock system" means a constant monitoring device or any similar device that: (i) is in working order at the time of operation or actual physical control; and (ii) is certified by the Commissioner of Public Safety in accordance with Subsection 41-6a-518(8). (b) (i) "Interlock restricted driver" means a person who has been ordered by a court or the Board of Pardons and Parole as a condition of probation or parole not to operate a motor vehicle without an ignition interlock system. (ii) "Interlock restricted driver" includes, for the time periods described in Subsection (2), a person who: (A) has been convicted of a violation under Section 41-6a-502, Subsection 41-6a-520.1(1), or Section 76-5-102.1; (B) has been convicted of an offense which would be a conviction as defined under Section 41-6a-501, and that offense is committed within 10 years from the date that one or more prior offenses was committed if the prior offense resulted in a conviction as defined in Section 41-6a-501; (C) has been convicted of a violation of this section; (D) has been convicted of a violation of Section 41-6a-502, Subsection 41-6a-520.1(1), or Section 76-5-102.1 and was under 21 years old at the time the offense was committed; (E) has been convicted of a felony violation of Section 41-6a-502, Subsection 41-6a-520.1(1), or Section 76-5-102.1; (F) has been convicted of a violation of Section 76-5-207; or (G) has had the person's driving privilege revoked through an administrative action for refusal to submit to a chemical test under Section 41-6a-520. (iii) "Interlock restricted driver" does not include a person: (A) whose current conviction described in Subsection (1)(b)(ii)(B) is a conviction under Section 41-6a-502 that does not involve alcohol or a conviction under Section 41-6a-517 and whose prior convictions described in Subsection (1)(b)(ii)(B) are all convictions under Section 41-6a-502 that did not involve alcohol or convictions under Section 41-6a-517; (B) whose conviction described in Subsection (1)(b)(ii)(A) or (E) is a conviction under Section 41-6a-502 that does not involve alcohol and the convicting court notifies the Driver License Division at the time of sentencing that the conviction does not involve alcohol; or (C) whose conviction described in Subsection (1)(b)(ii)(A), (B), or (D) is a conviction under Section 41-6a-502 that does not involve alcohol and the ignition interlock restriction is removed as described in Subsection (8). (2) (a) The ignition interlock restriction period for an ignition interlock restricted driver under Subsection (1)(b)(ii) begins on: (i) for a violation described in Subsections (1)(b)(ii)(A) through (F), the date of conviction; or (ii) for a person described in Subsection (1)(b)(ii)(G), the effective date of the revocation. (b) The ignition interlock restriction period for an ignition interlock restricted driver under Subsection (1)(b)(ii) ends: (i) for a violation described in Subsection (1)(b)(ii)(A), 18 months from the day the ignition interlock restricted driver: (A) provides proof of installation of the ignition interlock system; and (B) reinstates their driving privilege; (ii) for a violation described in Subsections (1)(b)(ii)(B) through (D) and Subsection (1)(b)(ii)(G), two years from the date the ignition interlock restricted driver: (A) provides proof of installation of the ignition interlock system; and (B) reinstates their driving privilege; (iii) for a violation described in Subsection (1)(b)(ii)(E), three years from the date the ignition interlock restricted driver: (A) provides proof of installation of the ignition interlock system; and (B) reinstates their driving privilege; and (iv) for a violation described in Subsection (1)(b)(ii)(F), four years from the date the ignition interlock restricted driver: (A) provides proof of installation of the ignition interlock system; and (B) reinstates their driving privilege. (c) If an ignition interlock system is removed from the vehicle before the restriction period under Subsection (2)(b) has ended, the ignition interlock restriction period is extended by the number of days the ignition interlock system was removed from the person's vehicle. (d) An ignition interlock restricted driver may petition the Driver License Division for removal of the ignition interlock restriction related to a first offense under Section 41-6a-502, and the Driver License Division may grant the petition, if: (i) the ignition interlock restricted driver was 21 years old or older at the time of the offense; (ii) the individual does not have a prior conviction, as defined in Section 41-6a-501, that is within 10 years of the current conviction under Section 41-6a-502 or the commission of the offense upon which the current conviction is based; (iii) at least two years have elapsed since the date of the conviction under Section 41-6a-502; and (iv) during the time frame from the date of conviction under Section 41-6a-502 to the date the person petitions the Driver License Division for removal of the ignition interlock restriction: (A) the ignition interlock restricted driver certifies to the division that the ignition interlock restricted driver has not operated a motor vehicle; (B) there is no evidence of a traffic or driving related violation on the ignition interlock restricted driver's driving record; and (C) there is no evidence of a motor vehicle crash involving the interlock restricted driver where the interlock restricted driver was operating a motor vehicle. (3) The division shall post the ignition interlock restriction on a person's electronic record that is available to law enforcement. (4) For purposes of this section, a plea of guilty or no contest to a violation of Section 41-6a-502 which plea was held in abeyance under Title 77, Chapter 2a, Pleas in Abeyance, prior to July 1, 2008, is the equivalent of a conviction, even if the charge has been subsequently reduced or dismissed in accordance with the plea in abeyance agreement. (5) An interlock restricted driver who operates or is in actual physical control of a vehicle in the state without an ignition interlock system is guilty of a class B misdemeanor. (6) It is an affirmative defense to a charge of a violation of Subsection (5) if: (a) the interlock restricted driver operated or was in actual physical control of a vehicle owned by the interlock restricted driver's employer; (b) the interlock restricted driver had given written notice to the employer of the interlock restricted driver's interlock restricted status prior to the operation or actual physical control under Subsection (6)(a); (c) the interlock restricted driver had on the interlock restricted driver's person, or in the vehicle, at the time of operation or physical control employer verification, as defined in Subsection 41-6a-518(1); and (d) the operation or actual physical control described in Subsection (6)(a) was in the scope of the interlock restricted driver's employment. (7) The affirmative defense described in Subsection (6) does not apply to: (a) an employer-owned motor vehicle that is made available to an interlock restricted driver for personal use; or (b) a motor vehicle owned by a business entity that is entirely or partly owned or controlled by the interlock restricted driver. (8) (a) An individual with an ignition interlock restriction may petition the division for removal of the restriction if the individual's offense did not involve alcohol. (b) If the division is able to establish that an individual's offense did not involve alcohol, the division may remove the ignition interlock restriction. (9) (a) (i) An individual with an ignition interlock restriction may petition the division for removal of the restriction if the individual has a medical condition that prohibits the individual from providing a deep lung breath sample. (ii) In support of a petition under Subsection (9)(a)(i), the individual shall provide documentation from a physician that describes the individual's medical condition and whether the individual's medical condition would prohibit the individual from being able to provide a deep breath lung sample. (b) If the division is able to establish that an individual is unable to provide a deep breath lung sample as a result of a medical condition, the division may remove the ignition interlock restriction.
Utah Code § 41-22-9 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-22 / § 41-22-9
§ 41-22-9. Vehicles exempt from registration.
Status: in_force

(1) The following off-highway vehicles are exempt from the registration requirements of this chapter: (a) vehicles that are currently registered for highway use, have a valid motor vehicle safety inspection sticker or certificate, and on which the required safety equipment has not been subsequently modified; (b) except as provided in Subsection (2), a street-legal all-terrain vehicle registered in accordance with Section 41-6a-1509; (c) off-highway vehicles that are owned by a nonresident and that are displaying a current annual off-highway vehicle user decal in accordance with Section 41-22-35; (d) off-highway vehicles sold by a dealer to a person who is not a resident of this state; (e) off-highway implements of husbandry operated in the manner prescribed by Subsections 41-22-5.5(3) through (5); and (f) new off-highway vehicles being transported to an off-highway vehicle dealership by the dealer, employee of the dealership, or agent for the dealership. (2) In addition to the registration requirements imposed under Section 41-6a-1509, a street-legal all-terrain vehicle is subject to the fees under Sections 41-22-8, 41-22-33, 41-22-34, and 41-22-36.
Utah Code § 41-1a-403 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-403
§ 41-1a-403. Plates to be legible from 100 feet -- Damaged plates.
Status: in_force

7/1/2026 (1) License plates and the required letters and numerals on them, except the registration decal and the slogan, shall be of sufficient size to be plainly readable from a distance of 100 feet during daylight. (2) An individual may not attach to or over a license plate: (a) a license plate cover; or (b) a license plate frame that covers: (i) the name of the state; (ii) a number or letter that is part of the license plate number; or (iii) a registration decal on the license plate. (3) (a) An individual shall ensure that the license plate displayed on the individual's vehicle is in good repair and has not faded, peeled, or discolored in such a manner to render the plate illegible. (b) Except as provided in Subsection (3)(c), upon payment of the replacement fee described in Subsection 41-1a-1211(6), an individual may request a replacement license plate. (c) (i) If the division determines that the fading, peeling, or discoloration of a license plate is due to a manufacturing defect, the division shall waive the replacement fee described in Subsection 41-1a-1211(6). (ii) If a license plate that is five years old or older is fading, peeling, or discolored, there is a presumption that the fading, peeling, or discoloring is not due to a manufacturing defect. (d) Unless an individual applies for a personalized license plate and pays the required fees to obtain a personalized license plate to match the license plate to be replaced as described in this Subsection (3), the division shall issue a replacement license plate with a new and unique license plate number. (4) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-3-203 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-3 / § 41-3-203
§ 41-3-203. Licenses -- Form -- Seal -- Custody of salesperson's license -- Display of salesperson and dealer licenses -- Licensee's pocket card.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) The administrator shall prescribe the form of each license and the seal of the administrator's office shall be imprinted on each license. (b) The administrator shall deliver or mail the license of each salesperson to the dealer employing the salesperson and the dealer shall keep the license in the dealer's custody and control and conspicuously display the license in the dealer's place of business. (c) Each licensee shall display conspicuously the licensee's own license in the licensee's place of business. (d) In addition to the other provisions of this section, each direct-sale manufacturer licensee shall display conspicuously the licensee's own license in each of the licensee's: (i) showrooms; and (ii) authorized service centers. (2) (a) The administrator shall prepare and deliver a pocket card, certifying that the person whose name is on the card is licensed under this chapter. (b) Each salesperson's card shall also contain the name and address of the dealer employing the salesperson. (c) Each salesperson shall on request display the salesperson's pocket card.
Utah Code § 41-1a-1207 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-1207
§ 41-1a-1207. Reduced fees for portion of year.
Status: in_force

If a motor vehicle exceeding 14,000 pounds gross vehicle weight rating is registered for less than a 12-month registration period, the registration fees are: (1) for not more than three months, 30% of the regular registration fee; (2) for in excess of three months but not more than six months, 60% of the regular registration fee; (3) for in excess of six months and not more than nine months, 90% of the regular registration fee; and (4) for anything in excess of nine months but not more than 12 months, the entire registration fee.
Utah Code § 41-6a-1628 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-1628
§ 41-6a-1628. Seat belts -- Design and installation -- Specifications or requirements.
Status: in_force

(1) A safety belt installed in a vehicle to accommodate an adult person shall be designed and installed to prevent or materially reduce the movement of the person using the safety belt in the event of collision or upset of the vehicle. (2) A person may not sell, offer, or keep for sale a safety belt or attachments for use in a vehicle that does not comply with the specifications under Section 41-6a-1601. (3) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-6a-901 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-901
§ 41-6a-901. Right-of-way between vehicles -- Unregulated intersection.
Status: in_force

(1) The operator of a vehicle approaching an intersection not regulated by a traffic-control device shall yield the right-of-way to any vehicle that has entered the intersection from a different highway. (2) Except as specified in Subsection (3) and unless otherwise directed by a peace officer, the operator of the vehicle on the left shall yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on the right when: (a) more than one vehicle enters or approaches an intersection from different highways at approximately the same time; and (b) the intersection: (i) is not regulated by a traffic-control device; (ii) is not regulated because the traffic-control signal is inoperative; or (iii) is regulated from all directions by stop signs. (3) The operator of a vehicle approaching an intersection not regulated by a traffic-control device: (a) from a highway that does not continue beyond the intersection, shall yield the right-of-way to the operator of any vehicle on the intersecting highway; and (b) from a highway that is not paved, shall yield the right-of-way to the operator of any vehicle on a paved intersecting highway. (4) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-1a-221 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-221
§ 41-1a-221. Registration of vehicles of political subdivisions or state -- Expiration of registration -- Certification of information -- Failure to comply.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) An entity referred to in Subsection 41-1a-407(1) shall register each vehicle that it owns, operates, or leases. (b) This section does not apply to unmarked vehicles referred to in Section 41-1a-407. (2) A registration card and license plate issued to an entity under this section or Subsection 41-1a-407(1) are in full force and effect until the vehicle is no longer owned or operated by that entity. (3) (a) If the owner of a vehicle subject to the provisions of this section transfers or assigns title or interest in the vehicle, the registration of that vehicle expires. (b) The transferor shall remove the license plate or plates and within 20 days from the date of transfer: (i) destroy the license plate or plates; or (ii) forward the license plate or plates to the division to be destroyed. (4) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-1a-1005.5 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-1005.5
§ 41-1a-1005.5. Non-repairable vehicle -- Declaration by insurance company -- Surrender of title -- Nonrepairable certificate of title.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) (i) Except as provided in Subsection (1)(a)(iii) or (iv), if an insurance company declares a vehicle as a nonrepairable vehicle and takes possession of the vehicle for disposal, the insurance company shall, within 10 days from the receipt of the title with any lien release, surrender to the division the outstanding certificate of title, properly endorsed, or other evidence of ownership acceptable to the division. (ii) The division shall then issue a nonrepairable certificate in the insurance company's name. (iii) The division shall issue a nonrepairable certificate in an insurance company's name no sooner than 30 days from the settlement of the loss if the insurance company: (A) declares a vehicle a nonrepairable vehicle; (B) issues settlement payment to the registered owner of the vehicle; (C) has contacted the owner of the vehicle at least two times requesting certificate of title or other evidence of ownership acceptable to the division and the owner has not responded to the requests; and (D) has presented the division evidence of the settlement and evidence that the insurance company has complied with the requirements of this Subsection (1)(a)(iii) on a form prescribed by the division. (iv) The division shall issue a nonrepairable certificate in an insurance company's name no sooner than 30 days from the receipt of an improperly endorsed certificate of title if the insurance company: (A) declares a vehicle a nonrepairable vehicle; (B) has contacted the owner of the vehicle at least two times requesting correction of the improperly endorsed certificate of title and the owner of the vehicle has not responded to the requests; and (C) has presented the division evidence of the settlement, the improperly endorsed certificate of title, and evidence that the insurance company has complied with the requirements of this Subsection (1)(a)(iv) on a form prescribed by the division. (v) In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, the division shall make rules establishing the requirements for an insurance company to prove that it has complied with the requirements of Subsection (1)(a)(iii) or (iv) to receive a nonrepairable certificate. (b) (i) If the owner of a nonrepairable vehicle retains possession of the vehicle, the insurance company shall, within 10 days from the settlement of the loss, notify the division of the retention on a form prescribed by the division. (ii) The insurance company shall notify the owner of the vehicle of the owner's responsibility to comply with this section. (iii) The owner shall, within 10 days from the settlement of the loss, surrender to the division the properly endorsed certificate of title or other evidence of ownership acceptable to the division. (iv) The division shall then issue a nonrepairable certificate in the owner's name. (c) (i) When a nonrepairable vehicle is not the subject of an insurance settlement, a self-insurer or an owner who is uninsured shall, within 10 days of the self-insurer's or owner's determination that a vehicle is non-repairable, surrender to the division the properly endorsed certificate of title or other evidence of ownership acceptable to the division. (ii) The division shall then issue a nonrepairable certificate in the owner's name. (d) (i) If a dealer licensed under Chapter 3, Part 2, Licensing, takes possession of any nonrepairable vehicle for which there is not already issued a branded title or nonrepairable certificate from the division or another jurisdiction, the dealer shall, within 10 days, surrender to the division the certificate of title or other evidence of ownership acceptable to the division. (ii) The division shall then issue a nonrepairable certificate in the applicant's name. (2) Any person, insurance company, or dealer licensed under Chapter 3, Part 2, Licensing, who fails to obtain a nonrepairable certificate as required in this section or who sells a nonrepairable vehicle without first obtaining a nonrepairable certificate from the division or a branded title or non-repairable vehicle certificate from another jurisdiction is guilty of a class B misdemeanor. (3) This section does not apply to a vehicle that has an undamaged, wholesale value of $2,000 or less. (4) Upon sale or disposal of a nonrepairable vehicle, the seller shall deliver to the purchaser the properly endorsed nonrepairable certificate within 48 hours as required in Section 41-1a-1310. (5) This chapter does not apply to a motor vehicle that has been stolen or taken without the consent of the owner until the motor vehicle has been recovered, and then it applies only if the motor vehicle is a nonrepairable vehicle. (6) It is unlawful for a person to repair, reconstruct, or restore a nonrepairable vehicle. (7) A non-repairable vehicle may be sold to a crusher or as provided in Subsection 41-3-201(3).
Utah Code § 41-6a-310 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-310
§ 41-6a-310. Private vehicle as emergency vehicle -- Rules.
Status: in_force

(1) The commissioner of the Department of Public Safety may make rules, consistent with this chapter, governing the use, in emergencies, of signal lights on privately owned vehicles. (2) The rules under Subsection (1) may authorize a privately owned vehicle to be designated for part-time emergency use.
Utah Code § 41-6a-804 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-804
§ 41-6a-804. Turning or changing lanes -- Safety -- Signals -- Stopping or sudden decrease in speed -- Signal flashing -- Where prohibited.
Status: in_force

(1) An individual may not turn a vehicle, merge into a continuing lane from a lane of travel that is ending, or otherwise move right or left on a roadway or change lanes until: (a) the movement can be made with reasonable safety; and (b) an appropriate signal has been given as provided under this section. (c) An individual shall give a signal of intention to turn right or left or to change lanes continuously for at least the last two seconds before the beginning of the movement. (2) An individual may not stop or suddenly decrease the speed of a vehicle without first giving an appropriate signal to the operator of a vehicle immediately to the rear when there is opportunity to give a signal. (3) (a) An individual shall give a stop or turn signal when required, either by the hand and arm or by signal lamps. (b) If an individual operating a vehicle uses hand and arm signals, the individual shall give the required hand and arm signals from the left side of the vehicle as follows: (i) left turn: hand and arm extended horizontally; (ii) right turn: hand and arm extended upward; and (iii) stop or decrease speed: hand and arm extended downward. (c) (i) An individual operating a bicycle or device propelled by human power may give the required hand and arm signals for a right turn by extending the right hand and arm horizontally to the right. (ii) This Subsection (3)(c) is an exception to Subsection (3)(b)(ii). (4) An individual required to signal under this section may not flash a signal: (a) on one side only on a disabled vehicle; (b) as a courtesy or "do pass" to operators of other vehicles approaching from the rear; or (c) on one side only of a parked vehicle. (5) Notwithstanding the requirements of this section, an individual is not required to make a signal of intention to turn when entering or exiting a roundabout. (6) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-1a-802 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-802
§ 41-1a-802. Identification number inspectors -- Duties.
Status: in_force

(1) The following are qualified identification number inspectors: (a) the commission; (b) designated officers and employees of the division; (c) a person operating a safety inspection station under Title 53, Chapter 8, Part 2, Motor Vehicle Safety Inspection Act; (d) an official inspection station certified inspector; (e) a dealer licensed under Subsection 41-3-202(1), (2), (3), or (4); (f) all peace officers or designated employees of law enforcement agencies of the state; (g) all peace officers of the federal government, another state, the District of Columbia, or Canada; or (h) other qualified identification number inspectors expressly authorized by the division. (2) The qualified identification number inspectors shall, upon the application for the first title or registration in this state of any vehicle: (a) physically inspect the identification number of the vehicle; (b) make a record of the identification number inspection on a form approved by the division; and (c) verify the facts in the application. (3) If an applicant demonstrates to the satisfaction of the division that it is not practical for a vehicle identification number to be physically inspected by a qualified inspector described in Subsection (1), the division may authorize a physical inspection by an alternative identification number inspector described in Subsection (4). (4) The following are alternative vehicle identification number inspectors: (a) an officer or employee of an agency or instrumentality of another state, the District of Columbia, or Canada, if that agency or instrumentality enforces the motor vehicle laws of another state, the District of Columbia, or Canada; (b) an owner, operator, or employee of a motor vehicle inspection station that is licensed or authorized by another state, the District of Columbia, or Canada to perform safety or emissions inspections; (c) a new or used motor vehicle dealer that is licensed by another state, the District of Columbia, or Canada; or (d) a person the division expressly authorizes in writing to perform a vehicle identification number inspection of a vehicle.
Utah Code § 41-6a-403 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-403
§ 41-6a-403. Vehicle accidents -- Investigation and report of operator security -- Agency action if no security -- Surrender of plates -- Penalties.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) Upon request of a peace officer investigating an accident involving a motor vehicle, the operator of the motor vehicle shall provide evidence of the owner's or operator's security required under Section 41-12a-301. (b) The evidence of owner's or operator's security includes information specified under Section 41-12a-302. (2) The peace officer shall record on a form approved by the department: (a) the information provided by the operator; (b) whether the operator provided insufficient or no information; (c) whether the officer finds reasonable cause to believe that any information given is not correct; and (d) whether other information available to the peace officer indicates that owner's or operator's security is in effect. (3) The peace officer shall deposit all completed forms with the peace officer's law enforcement agency, which shall forward the forms to the department no later than 10 days after receipt. (4) (a) The department shall within 10 days of receipt of the forms from the law enforcement agency take action as follows: (i) if the operator provided no information under Subsection (1) and other information available to the peace officer does not indicate that owner's or operator's security is in effect, the department shall take direct action under Subsection 53-3-221(13); or (ii) if the peace officer noted or the department determines that there is reasonable cause to believe that the information given under Subsection (1) is not correct, the department shall contact directly the insurance company or other provider of security as described in Section 41-12a-302 and request verification of the accuracy of the information submitted as of the date of the accident. (b) The department may require the verification under Subsection (4)(a)(ii) to be in a form specified by the department. (c) The insurance company or other provider of security shall return the verification to the department within 30 days of receipt of the request. (d) If the department does not receive verification within 35 days after sending the request, or within the 35 days receives notice that the information was not correct, the department shall take action under Subsection 53-3-221(13). (5) (a) The owner of a vehicle with an unexpired license plate for which security is not provided as required under this chapter shall return the plates for the vehicle to the Motor Vehicle Division unless specifically permitted by statute to retain them. (b) If the owner fails to return the plates as required, the plates shall be confiscated under Section 53-3-226. (6) In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, the department may make rules for the enforcement of this section. (7) A person is guilty of a class B misdemeanor, and shall be fined not less than $100, who: (a) when requested to provide security information under Subsection (1), or Section 41-12a-302, provides false information; (b) falsely represents to the department that security required under this chapter is in effect; or (c) sells a vehicle to avoid the penalties of this section as applicable either to himself or a third party.
Utah Code § 41-1a-523 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-523
§ 41-1a-523. Electronic titling.
Status: in_force

(1) The commission shall develop and establish an electronic titling system to process a vehicle title through electronic means. (2) The commission shall ensure that the electronic titling system is available: (a) for a dealer, no later than December 31, 2025; and (b) for an individual who is not a dealer, no later than December 31, 2026. (3) The commission shall ensure that the electronic titling system: (a) allows all parties to a sale or transfer of a vehicle to transfer a vehicle title by electronic means; (b) allows a lienholder to attach or release a lien; and (c) provides a vehicle title in a secure, digital form.
Utah Code § 41-6a-1607 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-1607
§ 41-6a-1607. Parking lamps required -- Use when vehicle parked at night -- Head lamps dimmed.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) A vehicle shall be equipped with one or more parking lamps. (b) The parking lamps shall comply with requirements established under Section 41-6a-1601. (2) A vehicle parked or stopped on a roadway or shoulder, whether attended or unattended, shall display lighted parking lamps if conditions exist as specified under Subsection 41-6a-1603(1)(a). (3) Any lighted head lamps on a parked vehicle shall be dimmed. (4) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-1a-1106 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-1106
§ 41-1a-1106. Storage of vehicles, vessels, and outboard motors -- Reports required.
Status: in_force

If any vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor has been stored in a public garage, state impound lot, or other storage facility for 10 days and the owner is unknown to the proprietor, on the 11th day of storage the proprietor shall report the presence of the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor to the law enforcement agency in the city or county where the garage, lot, or facility is located.
Utah Code § 41-1a-107 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-107
§ 41-1a-107. Commission, division, and officers to enforce chapter -- Duties.
Status: in_force

The commission and the officers and inspectors of the division designated by the commission, peace officers, and others authorized by the division or by law shall: (1) enforce the provisions of this chapter and of all other laws regulating the registration of motor vehicles, trailers, or semitrailers; and (2) inspect any motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer of a type required to be registered in any public garage or repair shop or in any place where the motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer is held for sale or wrecking, for the purpose of locating and investigating the title and registration of stolen motor vehicles, trailers, and semitrailers.
Utah Code § 41-6a-1202 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-1202
§ 41-6a-1202. Driving through safety zone.
Status: in_force

(1) The operator of a vehicle may not drive through or within a safety zone. (2) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-12a-802 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-12a / § 41-12a-802
§ 41-12a-802. Definitions.
Status: in_force

As used in this part: (1) "Account" means the Uninsured Motorist Identification Restricted Account created in Section 41-12a-806. (2) "Database" means the Uninsured Motorist Identification Database created in Section 41-12a-803. (3) "Designated agent" means the third party the department contracts with under Section 41-12a-803. (4) "Division" means the Driver License Division created in Section 53-3-103. (5) (a) "Motor vehicle" has the same meaning as set forth in Section 41-1a-102. (b) "Motor vehicle" includes a street-legal all-terrain vehicle. (6) "Motor Vehicle Division" means the Motor Vehicle Division of the State Tax Commission created in Section 41-1a-106. (7) "Program" means the Uninsured Motorist Identification Database Program created in Section 41-12a-803. (8) "Street-legal all-terrain vehicle" means the same as that term is defined in Section 41-6a-102.
Utah Code § 41-1a-214 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-214
§ 41-1a-214. Registration card to be exhibited.
Status: in_force

(1) For the convenience of a peace officer or any officer or employee of the division, the owner or operator of a vehicle is encouraged to carry the registration card in the vehicle for which the registration card was issued and display the registration card upon request. (2) An individual may display a registration card by displaying a photograph of the registration card on a mobile electronic device. (3) For a vehicle owned by a rental company, as defined in Section 31A-22-311, a person driving or in control of the vehicle may display the vehicle's rental agreement, as defined in Section 31A-22-311, in place of a registration card.
Utah Code § 41-6a-530 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-530
§ 41-6a-530. Alcohol restricted drivers -- Prohibited from operating a vehicle while having any measurable or detectable amount of alcohol in the person's body -- Penalties.
Status: in_force

(1) An alcohol restricted driver who operates or is in actual physical control of a vehicle in this state with any measurable or detectable amount of alcohol in the person's body is guilty of a class B misdemeanor. (2) A "measurable or detectable amount" of alcohol in the person's body may be established by: (a) a chemical test; (b) evidence other than a chemical test; or (c) a combination of Subsections (2)(a) and (b). (3) For any person convicted of a violation of this section, the court shall order the installation of an ignition interlock system as a condition of probation in accordance with Section 41-6a-518 or describe on the record or in a minute entry why the order would not be appropriate.
Utah Code § 41-6a-604.5 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-604.5
§ 41-6a-604.5. Speeding in a school zone complaint procedure.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) A school crossing guard who observes an operator of a vehicle violating Section 41-6a-604 may prepare a report of the alleged violation, in a manner specified by the law enforcement agency with jurisdiction, for the law enforcement agency no more than two working days after the alleged violation occurred. (b) The report under Subsection (1)(a) shall contain: (i) the date, time, and location of the violation; (ii) the license plate number and state; (iii) a description of the offending vehicle; (iv) as much as practical, a description of the operator of the offending vehicle; (v) a description of the incident involving the violation; (vi) information on how to contact the school crossing guard who witnessed the offense; and (vii) the signature of the school crossing guard who witnessed the offense attesting to the accuracy of the report. (2) (a) Upon receiving a report in accordance with Subsection (1), the law enforcement agency shall promptly send a notification letter to the last-known registered owner of the vehicle. (b) The notification letter shall include: (i) the applicable information on the school crossing guard's report stating that the vehicle was observed speeding in a reduced speed school zone in violation of state law; (ii) a complete explanation of the applicable provisions of Section 41-6a-604; and (iii) an explanation that the notification letter is not a peace officer citation but is an effort to call attention to the seriousness of the incident. (c) A law enforcement agency shall make reporting forms for a report under Subsection (1) available: (i) to a school crossing guard; and (ii) in school administrative offices. (3) A law enforcement agency that receives a report under Subsection (1) may have a peace officer initiate an investigation of the reported violation.
Utah Code § 41-6a-529 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-529
§ 41-6a-529. Definitions -- Alcohol restricted drivers.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section and Section 41-6a-530, "alcohol restricted driver" means a person who: (a) within the last two years: (i) has been convicted of: (A) a misdemeanor violation of Section 41-6a-502 or 76-5-102.1; (B) alcohol, any drug, or a combination of both-related reckless driving under Section 41-6a-512; (C) impaired driving under Section 41-6a-502.5; (D) local ordinances similar to Section 41-6a-502 or 76-5-102.1, alcohol, any drug, or a combination of both-related reckless driving, or impaired driving adopted in compliance with Section 41-6a-510; (E) a violation described in Subsections (1)(a)(i)(A) through (D), which judgment of conviction is reduced under Section 76-3-402; or (F) statutes or ordinances previously in effect in this state or in effect in any other state, the United States, or any district, possession, or territory of the United States which would constitute a violation of Section 41-6a-502 or 76-5-102.1, alcohol, any drug, or a combination of both-related reckless driving, or impaired driving if committed in this state, including punishments administered under 10 U.S.C. Sec. 815; or (ii) has had the person's driving privilege suspended under Section 53-3-223 for an alcohol-related offense based on an arrest which occurred on or after July 1, 2005; (b) within the last three years has been convicted of a violation of this section or Section 41-6a-518.2; (c) within the last five years: (i) has had the person's driving privilege revoked through an administrative action for refusal to submit to a chemical test under Section 41-6a-520, which refusal occurred on or after July 1, 2005; (ii) has been convicted of a misdemeanor conviction for refusal to submit to a chemical test under Subsection 41-6a-520.1(1); or (iii) has been convicted of a class A misdemeanor violation of Section 41-6a-502 or 76-5-102.1 committed on or after July 1, 2008; (d) within the last 10 years: (i) has been convicted of an offense described in Subsection (1)(a)(i) which offense was committed within 10 years of the commission of a prior offense described in Subsection (1)(a)(i) for which the person was convicted; (ii) has been convicted of a felony violation of refusal to submit to a chemical test under Subsection 41-6a-520.1(1); or (iii) has had the person's driving privilege revoked for refusal to submit to a chemical test and the refusal is within 10 years after: (A) a prior refusal to submit to a chemical test under Section 41-6a-520; or (B) a prior conviction for an offense described in Subsection (1)(a)(i) which is not based on the same arrest as the refusal; (e) at any time has been convicted of: (i) a violation of Section 76-5-207 for an offense that occurred on or after July 1, 2005; or (ii) a felony violation of Section 41-6a-502 or 76-5-102.1 for an offense that occurred on or after July 1, 2005; (f) at the time of operation of a vehicle is under 21 years old; or (g) is a novice learner driver. (2) For purposes of this section and Section 41-6a-530, a plea of guilty or no contest to a violation described in Subsection (1)(a)(i) which plea was held in abeyance under Title 77, Chapter 2a, Pleas in Abeyance, prior to July 1, 2008, is the equivalent of a conviction, even if the charge has been subsequently reduced or dismissed in accordance with the plea in abeyance agreement.
Utah Code § 41-22-12 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-22 / § 41-22-12
§ 41-22-12. Restrictions on use of public lands.
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in Section 79-4-203 , federal agencies are encouraged and agencies of the state and its subdivisions shall pursue opportunities to open public land to responsible off-highway vehicle use and cross-country motor vehicle travel. (2) A person may not tear down, mutilate, deface, or destroy: (a) a sign, signboard, or other notice that prohibits or regulates the use of an off-highway vehicle on public land; or (b) a fence or other enclosure or a gate or bars belonging to the fence or other enclosure. (3) A violation of Subsection (2) is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-1a-1401 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-1401
§ 41-1a-1401. Report of stolen and recovered vehicles, vessels, and outboard motors by officials.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) A peace officer, upon receiving reliable information that a vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor has been stolen, shall immediately report the theft to the Criminal Investigations and Technical Services Division of the Department of Public Safety, established in Section 53-10-103. (b) An officer, upon receiving information that a vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor, which he has previously reported as stolen, has been recovered, shall immediately report the recovery to the local law enforcement agency and to the Criminal Investigations and Technical Services Division. (2) A report of a stolen vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor taken by a law enforcement agency shall include a written advisement to the reporting party of the provisions of Section 76-8-506, and a statement affirming the theft of the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor signed by the person reporting the theft and witnessed by the person taking the report. (3) The following information regarding the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor shall be included in the report and shall be sent to the Criminal Investigations and Technical Services Division: (a) the registered owner; (b) the person reporting the theft; (c) the year, make, model, and color; (d) the identification number; (e) the estimated present value; (f) the license number and state of registration; (g) the date, time, and place of the theft; and (h) the name, address, telephone number, policy number, and agent's name of the insurance company insuring the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor. (4) If a member of any law enforcement agency confirms that a stolen vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor has been recovered, he shall send the following information regarding the recovered vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor to the Criminal Investigations and Technical Services Division: (a) the date, time, and place of recovery; (b) the condition of the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor; and (c) the names of peace officers and any other persons involved in the recovery. (5) (a) Upon receipt of a report of a stolen vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor, the Criminal Investigations and Technical Services Division shall place a notice of theft in the master file computer. (b) Upon receipt of a report that a stolen vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor has been recovered, the Criminal Investigations and Technical Services Division shall remove the notice of theft of the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor from the master file computer. (6) (a) Except as provided in Section 41-1a-1005, the division shall refuse to register or transfer title to a stolen vehicle until the vehicle is recovered. (b) If the recovered vehicle is a salvage vehicle as defined in Section 41-1a-1001, then Title 41, Chapter 1a, Part 10, Salvage Vehicles - Junk and Dismantled Vehicles, applies.
Utah Code § 41-1a-201 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-201
§ 41-1a-201. Function of registration -- Registration required -- Penalty.
Status: in_force

10/1/2026 (1) Unless exempted, a person or automated driving system may not operate and an owner may not engage an automated driving system, give another person permission to engage an automated driving system, or give another person permission to operate a motor vehicle, combination of vehicles, trailer, semitrailer, classic vehicle, restored-modified vehicle, off-highway vehicle, vessel, or park model recreational vehicle in this state unless it has been registered in accordance with this chapter, Chapter 22, Off-highway Vehicles, Chapter 27, Novel Vehicle Registration, or Title 73, Chapter 18, State Boating Act. (2) Subject to Subsection 53-8-209(3), a violation of this section is an infraction. (3) (a) If materials are temporarily unavailable for registration items required under Section 41-1a-402, the commission may delay initial vehicle registration or renewal of vehicle registrations. (b) In a circumstance described in Subsection (3)(a), a person does not violate Subsection (1) for failure to register a vehicle during a delay period described in Subsection (3)(a).
Utah Code § 41-6a-1631 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-1631
§ 41-6a-1631. Prohibitions.
Status: in_force

(1) A person may not operate on a highway a motor vehicle that is mechanically altered or changed: (a) in any way that may under normal operation: (i) cause the motor vehicle body or chassis to come in contact with the roadway; (ii) expose the fuel tank to damage from collision; or (iii) cause the wheels to come in contact with the body; (b) in any manner that may impair the safe operation of the vehicle; (c) so that any part of the vehicle other than tires, rims, and mudguards are less than three inches above the ground; (d) to a frame height of more than 24 inches for a motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of less than 4,500 pounds; (e) to a frame height of more than 26 inches for a motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of at least 4,500 pounds and less than 7,500 pounds; (f) to a frame height of more than 28 inches for a motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of at least 7,500 pounds; (g) by stacking or attaching vehicle frames (one from on top of or beneath another frame); or (h) so that the lowest portion of the body floor is raised more than three inches above the top of the frame. (2) If the wheel track is increased beyond the O.E.M. specification, the top 50% of the tires shall be covered by the original fenders, by rubber, or other flexible fender extenders under any loading condition. (3) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-6a-504 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-504
§ 41-6a-504. Defense not available for driving under the influence violation.
Status: in_force

The fact that a person charged with violating Section 41-6a-502 is or has been legally entitled to use alcohol or a drug is not a defense against any charge of violating Section 41-6a-502.
Utah Code § 41-1a-212 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-212
§ 41-1a-212. Division to issue registration card.
Status: in_force

The division upon registering a vehicle shall issue a registration card.
Utah Code § 41-1a-401 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-401
§ 41-1a-401. License plates -- Number of plates -- Reflectorization -- Indicia of registration in lieu of or used with plates.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) Except as provided in Subsections (1)(c), (d), and (e), the division upon registering a vehicle shall issue to the owner: (i) one license plate for a motorcycle, trailer, or semitrailer; (ii) one registration decal for a park model recreational vehicle, in lieu of a license plate, which shall be attached in plain sight to the rear of the park model recreational vehicle; (iii) one registration decal for a camper, in lieu of a license plate, which shall be attached in plain sight to the rear of the camper; and (iv) one license plate for every other vehicle. (b) The license plate or registration decal issued under Subsection (1)(a) is for the particular vehicle registered and may not be removed during the term for which the license plate or registration decal is issued or used upon any other vehicle than the registered vehicle. (c) (i) Notwithstanding Subsections (1)(a) and (b) and except as provided in Subsection (1)(c)(ii), the division, upon registering a motor vehicle that has been sold, traded, or the ownership of which has been otherwise released, shall transfer the license plate issued to the person applying to register the vehicle if: (A) the previous registered owner has included the license plate as part of the sale, trade, or ownership release; and (B) the person applying to register the vehicle applies to transfer the license plate to the new registered owner of the vehicle. (ii) The division may not transfer a personalized or special group license plate to a new registered owner under this Subsection (1)(c) if the new registered owner does not meet the qualification or eligibility requirements for that personalized or special group license plate under this part or Part 16, Sponsored Special Group License Plates. (d) (i) For a vehicle described in Section 41-1a-301, the division upon registering a vehicle shall issue a license plate or set of license plates as provided in that section. (ii) Except for a street-legal all-terrain vehicle, a motorcycle, or a trailer, for any vehicle not described in Subsection (1)(d)(i), at the request of the registrant, the division upon registering a vehicle may issue two license plates, for display on both the front and rear of the vehicle. (e) The division upon registering a vehicle may, until inventory of license plate sets is exhausted, but no later than December 31, 2025, issue a set of two plates. (f) The division shall ensure that license plates are distributed from a central location as soon as practicable, but no later than July 1, 2025. (2) The division may receive applications for registration renewal, renew registration, and issue a new license plate or registration decal at any time prior to the expiration of registration. (3) (a) (i) Except as provided in Subsection (3)(a)(ii), all license plates to be manufactured and issued by the division shall be treated with a fully reflective material on the plate face that provides effective and dependable reflective brightness during the service period of the license plate. (ii) Notwithstanding Subsection (3)(a)(i), a historical support special group license plate may be treated with a place face that is partially reflective and provides effective and dependable reflective brightness during the service period of the license plate. (b) The division shall prescribe all license plate material specifications and establish and implement procedures for conforming to the specifications. (c) The specifications for the materials used such as the aluminum plate substrate, the reflective sheeting, and glue shall be drawn in a manner so that at least two manufacturers may qualify as suppliers. (d) The granting of contracts for the materials shall be by public bid. (4) (a) The commission may issue, adopt, and require the use of indicia of registration it considers advisable in lieu of or in conjunction with license plates as provided in this part. (b) All provisions of this part relative to license plates apply to these indicia of registration, so far as the provisions are applicable. (5) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-6a-409 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-409
§ 41-6a-409. Prohibition of flat response fee for motor vehicle accident.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, "government entity" means the Department of Transportation, the Utah Highway Patrol Division, or a local government entity or agency. (2) A government entity: (a) may not impose a flat fee, or collect a flat fee, from an individual involved in a motor vehicle accident; and (b) may only charge the individual for the actual cost or a reasonable estimate of the cost of services provided in responding to the motor vehicle accident, limited to: (i) medical costs for transporting an individual from the scene of a motor vehicle accident or treating a person injured in a motor vehicle accident; (ii) subject to Subsection (6), the cost for repair or replacement of damaged public property, if the individual is legally liable for the damage; (iii) the cost of materials used in cleaning up the motor vehicle accident, if the individual is legally liable for the motor vehicle accident; and (iv) towing costs. (3) If a government entity imposes a charge on more than one individual for the actual cost or a reasonable estimate of the cost of responding to a motor vehicle accident, the government entity shall apportion the charges so that the government entity does not receive more for responding to the motor vehicle accident than the actual response cost or a reasonable estimate of the cost. (4) Nothing in this section prohibits a government entity from contracting with an independent contractor to recover costs related to damage to public property. (5) If a government entity enters into a contract with an independent contractor to recover costs related to damage to public property, the government entity may only pay the independent contractor out of any recovery received from the person who caused the damage or the responsible party. (6) (a) The costs of repair or replacement of damaged public property described in Subsection (2)(b)(ii) include the full cost to: (i) repair the damaged public property; or (ii) replace the damaged public property with a replacement that is functionally equivalent to the property that was damaged. (b) Except for the replacement of a damaged motor vehicle, the costs described in Subsection (6)(a) may not be reduced based on the depreciated value of the damaged public property at the time the damage occurs.
Utah Code § 41-12a-405 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-12a / § 41-12a-405
§ 41-12a-405. Surety bond as proof of owner's or operator's security.
Status: in_force

(1) Proof of owner's or operator's security may be furnished by filing with the department a copy of a surety bond, certified by the surety, which conforms to Subsection 41-12a-103(9)(c). The bond may not be canceled except after 10 days' written notice to the department. (2) If a judgment rendered against the principal within the coverage of the bond is not satisfied within 60 days after judgment becomes final, the judgment creditor may, for his own use and benefit and at his sole expense, bring an action in the name of the department against the surety executing the bond.
Utah Code § 41-6a-709 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-709
§ 41-6a-709. One-way traffic.
Status: in_force

(1) A highway authority may designate any highway, roadway, part of a roadway, or specific lanes under the highway authority's jurisdiction for one direction of vehicle travel at all times as indicated by traffic-control devices. (2) On a roadway designated for one-way traffic, a person operating a vehicle shall operate the vehicle in the direction indicated by traffic-control devices. (3) A person operating a vehicle in a roundabout shall operate the vehicle only to the right of the roundabout island. (4) A violation of Subsection (2) or (3) is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-1a-410 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-410
§ 41-1a-410. Eligibility for personalized plates.
Status: in_force

(1) A person who is the registered owner of a vehicle not subject to registration under Section 41-1a-301, registered with the division, or who applies for an original registration of a vehicle not subject to registration under Section 41-1a-301, may upon payment of the fee prescribed in Section 41-1a-1211 apply to the division for a personalized license plate. (2) Application shall be made in accordance with Section 41-1a-411. (3) The personalized license plate shall be affixed to the vehicle for which registration is sought in lieu of the regular license plate. (4) A personalized license plate shall be issued only to the registered owner of the vehicle on which they are to be displayed.
Utah Code § 41-6a-803 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-803
§ 41-6a-803. Moving a vehicle -- Safety.
Status: in_force

(1) A person may not move a vehicle which is stopped, standing, or parked until the movement may be made with reasonable safety. (2) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-3-401.6 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-3 / § 41-3-401.6
§ 41-3-401.6. Transaction disclosure form.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) Before a sale is finalized, a licensee shall provide the transaction disclosure form described in Subsection (3). (b) The licensee and the purchaser shall each execute the transaction disclosure form to memorialize the negotiated terms and prices of the sale. (c) The licensee shall provide the purchaser a copy of the transaction disclosure form. (2) The commission shall create the transaction disclosure form as described in Subsection (3). (3) The transaction disclosure form shall include: (a) the negotiated sale price of the vehicle; (b) the negotiated value of the trade-in vehicle, if applicable; (c) an itemized list of the following legally required taxes and fees: (i) a temporary permit fee pursuant to Section 41-1a-211; (ii) a fee required in Chapter 1a, Part 5, Titling Requirement; (iii) motor vehicle registration fees required under this title; (iv) a dealer documentary service fee as described in rules made in accordance with Sections 41-3-301 and 41-3-302; (v) sales and use taxes required by Title 59, Chapter 12, Sales and Use Tax Act; and (vi) any other taxes or fees required by federal or state law to be paid by the purchaser of a motor vehicle; (d) the subtotal of the amounts described in Subsections (3)(a) through (c); (e) any other optional charges as negotiated by the licensee and purchaser; and (f) the total amount for which the licensee agrees to seek arrangements for financing, if applicable. (4) A transaction disclosure form described in this section is not required for a sale at auction or a fleet transaction.
Utah Code § 41-6a-301 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-301
§ 41-6a-301. Standards and specifications for uniform system of traffic-control devices and school crossing guards.
Status: in_force

(1) In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, the Department of Transportation shall make rules consistent with this chapter adopting standards and establishing specifications for a uniform system of traffic-control devices used on a highway. (2) The standards and specifications adopted under Subsection (1) shall: (a) include provisions for school crossing zones and use of school crossing guards; and (b) correlate with, and where possible conform to, the system set forth in the most recent edition of the "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways" and other standards issued or endorsed by the federal highway administrator.
Utah Code § 41-1a-606 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-606
§ 41-1a-606. Method of giving notice -- Exceptions.
Status: in_force

The method provided in Sections 41-1a-602 through 41-1a-605, for giving notice of a lien or encumbrance upon a registered vehicle is exclusive except for liens dependent upon possession and any lien or encumbrance filed as provided under this chapter, which are exempt from the provisions of Section 70A-9a-311, and other provisions of law that otherwise require or relate to the recording or filing of instruments creating or evidencing title retention or other liens or encumbrances upon vehicles of a type subject to registration under this chapter.
Utah Code § 41-6a-1618 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-1618
§ 41-6a-1618. Sale or use of unapproved lighting equipment or devices prohibited.
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided under Subsection (2), a person may not use, have for sale, sell, or offer for sale for use on or as a part of the equipment of a motor vehicle, trailer, semitrailer, or pole trailer any head lamp, auxiliary fog lamp, rear lamp, signal lamp, required reflector, or any parts of that equipment which tend to change the original design or performance, unless the part or equipment complies with the specifications adopted under Section 41-6a-1601. (2) The provisions of Subsection (1) do not apply to equipment in actual use prior to July 1, 1979 or to replacement parts of this equipment. (3) A person may not use on a motor vehicle, trailer, semitrailer, or pole trailer any lamps under this section unless the lamps are mounted, adjusted, and aimed in accordance with this part. (4) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-4-7 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-4 / § 41-4-7
§ 41-4-7. Violation by corporation -- Penalty.
Status: in_force

For a violation of any of the provisions of this act by any corporation or association mentioned herein, it shall be the duty of the attorney general or the district attorney of the proper county, to institute proper suits or quo warranto proceedings in any court of competent jurisdiction for the forfeiture of its charter rights, franchises or privileges and powers exercised by such corporation or association, and for the dissolution of the same under the general statutes of the state.
Utah Code § 41-6a-515.6 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-515.6
§ 41-6a-515.6. Field sobriety test training.
Status: in_force

Each law enforcement agency shall ensure that each peace officer receives training on the current standard field sobriety testing guidelines established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and in accordance with Section 53-25-102.
Utah Code § 41-22-10.5 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-22 / § 41-22-10.5
§ 41-22-10.5. Local ordinances -- Designating routes -- Supervision.
Status: in_force

(1) A municipality or county may adopt ordinances: (a) designating certain streets and highways under its respective jurisdiction: (i) as open for general off-highway vehicle use; or (ii) as open for limited off-highway vehicle use to allow off-highway vehicle operators to gain direct access to or from a private or public area open for off-highway vehicle use; or (b) permitting the use of a street-legal all-terrain vehicle on a street or highway designated for: (i) general off-highway vehicle use under Subsection (1)(a)(i); or (ii) limited off-highway vehicle use under Subsection (1)(a)(ii). (2) A municipality or county may not prohibit or restrict the use of a street-legal all-terrain vehicle on a street or highway where the use of another street-legal vehicle is permitted. (3) A municipality or a county may adopt an ordinance requiring an operator who is under 16 years of age to be under the direct visual supervision of an adult who is at least 18 years of age while using a route designated under Subsection (1). (4) A route designated under Subsection (1) may not be along, across, or within the boundaries of an interstate freeway. (5) Except as provided under Section 41-22-10.3, a person may not operate an off-highway vehicle on any street or highway that is not designated or posted as open for off-highway vehicle use in accordance with Subsection (1) or Section 41-22-10.1. (6) Subsection (5) does not apply to off-highway implements of husbandry used in accordance with Section 41-22-5.5.
Utah Code § 41-1a-414 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-414
§ 41-1a-414. Parking privileges for persons with disabilities.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section: (a) "Accessible parking space" means a parking space that is clearly identified as reserved for use by a person with a disability and includes: (i) vertical signage, including the international symbol of accessibility, that is visible from a passing vehicle; and (ii) a clearly marked access aisle, if provided, that is adjacent to and considered part of the parking space. (b) "Temporary wheelchair user placard" means the same as that term is defined in Section 41-1a-420. (c) "Van accessible parking space" means an accessible parking space that is marked for use by a qualifying person with a walking disability who has a temporary wheelchair user placard or a wheelchair user placard and includes: (i) vertical signage with the international symbol of accessibility and the words "van accessible" that is visible from a passing vehicle; and (ii) a clearly marked access aisle that is adjacent to and considered part of the parking space. (d) "Walking disability" means a physical disability that requires the use of a walking-assistive device or wheelchair or similar low-powered motorized or mechanically propelled vehicle that is specifically designed to assist a person who has a limited or impaired ability to walk. (e) "Wheelchair user placard" means the same as that term is defined in Section 41-1a-420. (2) Except in parking areas designated for emergency use, a person with a disability, qualifying under rules made in accordance with Section 41-1a-420, may park an appropriately marked vehicle for reasonable periods without charge in metered parking zones and restricted parking areas, in a manner that allows proper access to the vehicle by the person with a disability. (3) (a) Only those vehicles carrying a person with a disability special group license plate, temporary removable windshield placard, or removable windshield placard and transporting a qualifying person with a disability may park in an accessible parking space. (b) A violation of Subsection (3)(a) is a class C misdemeanor. (c) A person described in Subsection (3)(a) is encouraged to avoid parking in a van accessible parking space unless: (i) the person has a walking disability and has a temporary wheelchair user placard; (ii) the person has a wheelchair user placard; or (iii) all other accessible parking spaces that are not van accessible parking spaces are occupied. (4) This section applies to and may be enforced on public property and on private property that is used or intended for use by the public. (5) The parking privileges granted by this section also apply to vehicles displaying a person with a disability special group license plate, temporary removable windshield placard, or removable windshield placard issued by another jurisdiction if displayed on a vehicle being used by a person with a disability. (6) In addition to required accessible parking spaces, a person may provide and designate parking spaces for veterans and service members, including those with a disability.
Utah Code § 41-6a-704.1 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-704.1
§ 41-6a-704.1. Prohibition on lane splitting -- Penalty.
Status: in_force

(1) An individual may not engage in lane splitting. (2) A violation of Subsection (1) is an infraction. (3) If an individual is convicted of a violation of Subsection (1), the Driver License Division shall: (a) suspend the individual's motorcycle endorsement for a period of 90 days; or (b) if the individual does not have a valid motorcycle endorsement, suspend the individual's driver license for a period of 90 days. (4) If an individual with a motorcycle endorsement is convicted of a second violation of Subsection (1), the Driver License Division shall suspend the individual's motorcycle endorsement for a period of 180 days. (5) If an individual with a motorcycle endorsement is convicted of a third or subsequent violation of Subsection (1), the Driver License Division shall revoke the individual's motorcycle endorsement. (6) The court shall forward the report of a conviction for a violation of Subsection (1) to the Driver License Division in accordance with Section 53-3-218. (7) A law enforcement officer may impound a vehicle of a person who violates Subsection (1).
Utah Code § 41-28-105 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-28 / § 41-28-105
§ 41-28-105. Revocation of registration -- Powers of tax commission.
Status: in_force

10/1/2026The State Tax Commission may revoke the registration of a classic vehicle if the owner of the classic vehicle fails to comply with this chapter.
Utah Code § 41-1a-1012 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-1012
§ 41-1a-1012. Destruction or change of vessel or outboard motor -- Cancellation of certificate of title.
Status: in_force

Within 15 days after a vessel or outboard motor is scrapped, dismantled, destroyed, or changed so that it loses its character as a vessel or outboard motor, the title holder to the vessel or outboard motor shall mail or deliver the certificate of title to the division for cancellation.
Utah Code § 41-22-19 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-22 / § 41-22-19
§ 41-22-19. Off-highway Vehicle Account -- Deposit and use of funds -- Grants and matching funds.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) Except as provided under Subsections (3) through (5) and Sections 41-22-34 and 41-22-36, registration fees and related money collected by the Motor Vehicle Division or any agencies designated to act for the Motor Vehicle Division under this chapter shall be deposited as restricted revenue into the Off-highway Vehicle Account in the General Fund less the costs incurred by the Motor Vehicle Division for collecting off-highway vehicle registration fees. (b) The balance of the money may be used by the division: (i) for the construction, improvement, operation, acquisition, or maintenance of publicly owned or administered off-highway vehicle facilities, including public access facilities; (ii) for the mitigation of impacts associated with off-highway vehicle use; (iii) for the education of off-highway vehicle users; (iv) for off-highway vehicle access protection; (v) to support off-highway vehicle search and rescue activities and programs; (vi) to promote and encourage off-highway vehicle tourism; (vii) for other uses that further the policy set forth in Section 41-22-1; (viii) as grants or matching funds with a federal agency, state agency, political subdivision of the state, or organized user group for any of the uses described in Subsections (1)(b)(i) through (vii); and (ix) for the administration and enforcement of this chapter. (2) (a) An agency or political subdivision requesting matching funds shall submit plans for proposed off-highway vehicle facilities to the division for review and approval. (b) The division may award an upfront grant from the Off-highway Vehicle Account to cover the entire projected cost of a project or program to: (i) a political subdivision of the state that: (A) is a county of the third through sixth class; and (B) submits a plan for a project or program consistent with a use described in Subsection (1)(b); and (ii) an organized user group or agency that submits a plan for a project or program: (A) located in a county of the third through sixth class; and (B) consistent with a use described in Subsection (1)(b). (c) In awarding a grant under Subsection (2)(b), the division may evaluate a grant application submitted on or after January 1, 2025. (3) (a) One dollar and 50 cents of each annual registration fee collected under Subsection 41-22-8(1) and each off-highway vehicle user fee collected under Subsection 41-22-35(2) shall be deposited into the Land Grant Management Fund created under Section 53C-3-101. (b) The Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration shall use the money deposited under Subsection (3)(a) for costs associated with off-highway vehicle use of legally accessible lands within its jurisdiction as follows: (i) to improve recreational opportunities on trust lands by constructing, improving, maintaining, or perfecting access for off-highway vehicle trails; and (ii) to mitigate impacts associated with off-highway vehicle use. (c) An unused balance of the money deposited under Subsection (3)(a) exceeding $350,000 at the end of each fiscal year shall be deposited into the Off-highway Vehicle Account under Subsection (1). (4) One dollar of each off-highway vehicle registration fee collected under Subsection 41-22-8(1) shall be deposited into the Utah Highway Patrol Aero Bureau Restricted Account created in Section 53-8-303. (5) (a) The Motor Vehicle Division shall collect a fee for any new or replacement license plate issued under this chapter. (b) The fee described in Subsection (5)(a) shall be an amount equal to the fee for a new or replacement license plate as established in accordance with Section 63J-1-504. (c) The Motor Vehicle Division shall deposit the fee described in Subsection (5)(a) into the License Plate Restricted Account created under Section 41-1a-122. (6) For a vehicle registered for a 24-month period as provided in Section 41-1a-215.5, the deposited amounts described in this section shall be double the amount for the same vehicle registered for a 12-month period. (7) In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, the division, after notifying the commission, shall make rules as necessary to implement this section.
Utah Code § 41-6a-1711 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-1711
§ 41-6a-1711. Driving over firehose.
Status: in_force

The operator of a vehicle may not drive over an unprotected hose of a fire department when laid down on a street, private road, or driveway to be used at a fire or alarm of fire, without the consent of the fire department official in command.
Utah Code § 41-6a-514 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-514
§ 41-6a-514. Procedures -- Adjudicative proceedings.
Status: in_force

The department shall comply with the procedures and requirements of Title 63G, Chapter 4, Administrative Procedures Act, in its adjudicative proceedings.
Utah Code § 41-6a-307 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-307
§ 41-6a-307. Flashing red or yellow signals -- Rights and duties of operators -- Railroad grade crossings excluded.
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided under Section 41-6a-1203 regarding railroad grade crossings, the: (a) operator of a vehicle facing an illuminated flashing red stop signal used in a traffic-control signal or with a traffic sign shall stop at a clearly marked stop line, but if none, before entering the crosswalk on the nearest side of the intersection, or if none, then at a point nearest the intersecting roadway where the operator has a view of approaching traffic on the intersecting roadway before entering; (b) right to proceed is subject to the rules applicable after making a stop at a stop sign; and (c) operator of a vehicle facing an illuminated flashing yellow caution signal may cautiously proceed through the intersection or cautiously proceed past the signal. (2) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-6a-520.1 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-520.1
§ 41-6a-520.1. Refusing a chemical test.
Status: in_force

(1) An actor commits refusing a chemical test if: (a) a peace officer issues the warning required in Subsection 41-6a-520(2)(a); (b) a court issues a warrant to draw and test the blood; and (c) after Subsections (1)(a) and (b), the actor refuses to submit to a test of the actor's blood. (2) (a) A violation of Subsection (1) is a class B misdemeanor. (b) Notwithstanding Subsection (2)(a), a violation of Subsection (1) is a class A misdemeanor if the actor: (i) has a passenger younger than 16 years old in the vehicle at the time the officer had grounds to believe the actor was driving under the influence; (ii) is 21 years old or older and has a passenger younger than 18 years old in the vehicle at the time the officer had grounds to believe the actor was driving under the influence; (iii) also violated Section 41-6a-712 or 41-6a-714 at the time of the offense; or (iv) has one prior conviction within 10 years of: (A) the current conviction under Subsection (1); or (B) the commission of the offense upon which the current conviction is based. (c) Notwithstanding Subsection (2)(a), a violation of Subsection (1) is a third degree felony if: (i) the actor has two or more prior convictions, each of which is within 10 years of: (A) the current conviction; or (B) the commission of the offense upon which the current conviction is based; or (ii) the current conviction is at any time after: (A) a felony conviction; or (B) any conviction described in Subsection (2)(c)(ii)(A) for which judgment of conviction is reduced under Section 76-3-402. (3) As part of any sentence for a conviction of violating this section, the court shall impose the same sentencing as outlined for driving under the influence violations in Section 41-6a-505, based on whether this is a first, second, or subsequent conviction, with the following modifications: (a) any jail sentence shall be 24 consecutive hours more than is required under Section 41-6a-505; (b) any fine imposed shall be $100 more than is required under Section 41-6a-505; and (c) the court shall order one or more of the following: (i) the installation of an ignition interlock system as a condition of probation for the individual, in accordance with Section 41-6a-518; (ii) the imposition of an ankle attached continuous transdermal alcohol monitoring device as a condition of probation for the individual; or (iii) the imposition of home confinement through the use of electronic monitoring, in accordance with Section 41-6a-506. (4) (a) The offense of refusing a chemical test under this section does not merge with any violation of Section 32B-4-409, 41-6a-502, 41-6a-517, or 41-6a-530. (b) In accordance with Subsection 77-2a-3(8), a guilty or no contest plea to an offense of refusal to submit to a chemical test under this section may not be held in abeyance. (5) An actor is guilty of a separate offense under Subsection (1) for each passenger in the vehicle that is younger than 16 years old at the time the officer had grounds to believe the actor was driving under the influence.
Utah Code § 41-1a-1219 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-1219
§ 41-1a-1219. Motor carrier fee.
Status: in_force

(1) At the time application is made for registration or renewal of registration of a motor vehicle or combination of motor vehicles over 14,000 pounds gross combined weight rating, the applicant shall pay a motor carrier fee of $6 for each motor vehicle or combination of motor vehicles. (2) This fee is in addition to the registration fees under Subsections 41-1a-1206(1)(d) and (e). (3) For a vehicle registered for a 24-month period as provided in Section 41-1a-215.5, the fee amounts under this section are double the amounts due for the same vehicle registered for a 12-month period.
Utah Code § 41-1a-503 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-503
§ 41-1a-503. Certificate of title or receipt of surrender of ownership documents required -- Application by owner.
Status: in_force

(1) The owner of a manufactured home or mobile home shall apply to the division for a certificate of title unless the manufactured home or mobile home is previously registered as real property under Subsection 41-1a-506(1). (2) (a) An owner of a manufactured home or mobile home previously issued a certificate of title who attaches that manufactured home or mobile home to real property shall apply for a receipt of surrender of ownership documents within 45 days of attaching to the real property. (b) Upon application, the division shall issue a receipt of surrender of ownership documents in lieu of a certificate of title. (c) However, manufactured homes and mobile homes are not exempt from the other requirements of this part. (3) (a) The owner of a manufactured home or mobile home previously issued a receipt of surrender of ownership documents who separates that manufactured home or mobile home from the real property shall apply for a certificate of title within 45 days of the separation and before any transfer of ownership of that manufactured home or mobile home. (b) Upon application, the division shall issue a certificate of title in lieu of a receipt of surrender of ownership documents.
Utah Code § 41-22-12.5 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-22 / § 41-22-12.5
§ 41-22-12.5. Restrictions on use of privately-owned lands without permission -- Unlawful for person to tamper with signs or fencing on privately-owned land.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) A person may not operate or accompany a person operating a motor vehicle on privately-owned land of any other person, firm, or corporation without permission from the owner or person in charge. (b) A person operating or accompanying a person operating a motor vehicle may not refuse to immediately leave private land upon request of the owner or person in charge of the land. (c) Subsections (1)(a) and (b) do not apply to prescriptive easements on privately owned land. (d) A person who violates Subsection (1)(a) is guilty of an infraction. (e) A person who violates Subsection (1)(b) is guilty of a class C misdemeanor. (f) (i) As part of any sentence for a conviction of a violation of this Subsection (1), the court shall order the person to perform community service in the form of repairing any damage to the land or infrastructure caused by the unlawful motor vehicle travel, with a minimum sentence calculated as described in Subsection (1)(f)(iii). (ii) The court shall order the community service described in Subsection (1)(f)(i) to occur at the location or locations where the person caused damage to the private land or infrastructure. (iii) For the community service required in Subsection (1)(f)(i), the court shall: (A) determine the approximate value of the damage caused by the unlawful cross-country motor vehicle travel; and (B) calculate the number of hours of community service required to cover the cost of the damage caused by dividing the approximate value determined pursuant to Subsection (1)(f)(iii)(A) by a rate of $25 per hour. (2) A person operating or accompanying a person operating a motor vehicle may not obstruct an entrance or exit to private property without the owner's permission. (3) A person may not: (a) tear down, mutilate, or destroy any sign, signboards, or other notice which regulates trespassing for purposes of operating a motor vehicle on land; or (b) tear down, deface, or destroy any fence or other enclosure or any gate or bars belonging to the fence or enclosure. (4) (a) A violation of Subsection (2) is an infraction. (b) A violation of Subsection (3) is a class C misdemeanor. (5) (a) (i) As part of any sentence for a conviction of a violation of Subsection (2) or (3), the court shall order the person to perform community service in the form of repairing any damage to the land or infrastructure caused by the unlawful motor vehicle travel, with a minimum sentence calculated as described in Subsection (5)(b). (ii) The court shall order the community service described in Subsection (5)(a)(i) to occur at the location or locations where the person caused damage to the land or infrastructure. (b) For the community service required in Subsection (5)(a), the court shall: (i) determine the approximate value of the damage caused by the unlawful cross-country motor vehicle travel; and (ii) calculate the number of hours of community service required to cover the cost of the damage caused by dividing the approximate value determined pursuant to Subsection (5)(b)(i) by a rate of $25 per hour.
Utah Code § 41-6a-203 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-203
§ 41-6a-203. Attempt, conspiracy, or other violations of chapter.
Status: in_force

(1) A person who commits, attempts to commit, conspires to commit, or aids or abets in the commission of an act that is a crime under this chapter, whether individually or in connection with one or more other persons or as a principal, agent, or accessory, is guilty of the offense. (2) A person who falsely, fraudulently, forcibly, or willfully induces, causes, coerces, requires, permits, or directs another to violate a provision of this chapter is guilty of the offense.
Utah Code § 41-1a-1315 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-1315
§ 41-1a-1315. Third degree felony -- False evidences of title and registration.
Status: in_force

It is a third degree felony for a person with respect to a motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer to: (1) fraudulently use a false or fictitious name in an application for registration, a certificate of title, or for a duplicate certificate of title; (2) knowingly make a false statement or knowingly conceal a material fact in an application under this chapter; (3) otherwise commit a fraud in an application under this chapter; (4) alter with fraudulent intent a certificate of title, registration card, license plate, or permit issued by the division; (5) forge or counterfeit a document or license plate purporting to have been issued by the division; (6) alter, falsify, or forge an assignment upon a certificate of title; (7) hold or use a document or license plate under this chapter knowing it has been altered, forged, or falsified; or (8) file an application for a certificate of title providing false lien information, when the person named on the application as lienholder does not hold a valid security interest.
Utah Code § 41-6a-212 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-212
§ 41-6a-212. Emergency vehicles -- Policy regarding vehicle pursuits -- Applicability of traffic law to highway work vehicles -- Exemptions.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, "marked authorized emergency vehicle" means an authorized emergency vehicle that: (a) has emergency lights that comply with Section 41-6a-1601 affixed to the top of the vehicle; or (b) is displaying an identification mark designating the vehicle as the property of an entity that is authorized to operate emergency vehicles in a conspicuous place on both sides of the vehicle. (2) Subject to Subsections (3) through (6), the operator of an authorized emergency vehicle may exercise the privileges granted under this section when: (a) responding to an emergency call; (b) in the pursuit of an actual or suspected violator of the law; or (c) responding to but not upon returning from a fire alarm. (3) The operator of an authorized emergency vehicle may: (a) park or stand, irrespective of the provisions of this chapter; (b) proceed past a red or stop signal or stop sign, but only after slowing down as may be necessary for safe operation; (c) exceed the maximum speed limits, unless prohibited by a local highway authority under Section 41-6a-208; or (d) disregard regulations governing direction of movement or turning in specified directions. (4) (a) Except as provided in Subsection (4)(b), privileges granted under this section to the operator of an authorized emergency vehicle, who is not involved in a vehicle pursuit, apply only when: (i) the operator of the vehicle sounds an audible signal under Section 41-6a-1625; or (ii) uses a visual signal with emergency lights in accordance with rules made under Section 41-6a-1601, which is visible from in front of the vehicle. (b) An operator of an authorized emergency vehicle may exceed the maximum speed limit when engaged in normal patrolling activities with the purpose of identifying and apprehending violators. (5) (a) Privileges granted under this section to the operator of an authorized emergency vehicle involved in any vehicle pursuit apply only when: (i) the operator of the vehicle: (A) sounds an audible signal under Section 41-6a-1625; and (B) uses a visual signal with emergency lights in accordance with rules made under Section 41-6a-1601, which is visible from in front of the vehicle; (ii) the operator of the authorized emergency vehicle has been trained in accordance with the written policy described in Subsection (5)(b); and (iii) the pursuit policy of the public agency described in Subsection (5)(b) is in conformance with standards established under Subsection (6). (b) (i) Each public agency that owns, operates, or causes to be operated an authorized emergency vehicle shall have a written policy that describes the manner and circumstances in which an operator of an authorized emergency vehicle shall engage, conduct, and terminate vehicle pursuit. (ii) The policy described in Subsection (5)(b)(i) shall conform with the minimum standards set forth pursuant to Subsection (6). (6) In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, the Department of Public Safety shall make rules providing minimum standards for all emergency pursuit policies that are adopted by public agencies authorized to operate emergency pursuit vehicles. (7) (a) Except as provided in Subsection (7)(b), the privileges granted under this section do not relieve the operator of an authorized emergency vehicle of the duty to act as a reasonably prudent emergency vehicle operator under the circumstances. (b) The operator of a marked authorized emergency vehicle owes no duty of care under this Subsection (7) to a person who is: (i) (A) a suspect in the commission of a crime; and (B) evading, fleeing, or otherwise attempting to elude the operator of a marked authorized emergency vehicle; or (ii) in a motor vehicle with the suspect described in Subsection (7)(b)(i), unless it is proven by a preponderance of the evidence that: (A) the person's presence in the vehicle was involuntary; and (B) the person's participation in evading, fleeing, or attempting to elude was involuntary. (c) (i) Notwithstanding Subsection (7)(b), an operator of a marked authorized emergency vehicle may be held liable for a fleeing suspect's injuries if the operator of a marked authorized emergency vehicle had actual intent to cause harm to the fleeing suspect in an act that was unrelated to the legitimate object of the arrest. (ii) "Actual intent" under this Subsection (7)(c) means a malicious motive to cause injury, not merely an intent to do the act resulting in the injury. (d) If an operator of a marked authorized emergency vehicle complies with the requirements described in Subsections (5) and (6) while operating the marked authorized emergency vehicle, the operator shall be deemed to have met the operator's duty to act as a reasonably prudent emergency vehicle operator under the circumstances. (8) (a) For each instance involving an authorized emergency vehicle in pursuit that results in injury or property damage, the head of the law enforcement agency involved in the pursuit shall evaluate the situation to determine whether the operator of the authorized emergency vehicle complied with the agency's policies. (b) After the evaluation described in Subsection (8)(a), the head of the law enforcement agency shall document and appropriately remedy through agency administrative action any violations of the agency's policies. (c) Any document produced under Subsection (8)(b) shall be subject to Title 63G, Chapter 2, Government Records Access and Management Act. (9) Except for Sections 41-6a-210, 41-6a-502, and 41-6a-528, this chapter does not apply to persons, motor vehicles, and other equipment while actually engaged in work on the surface of a highway.
Utah Code § 41-1a-709 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-709
§ 41-1a-709. Dealer transfer of used off-highway vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor.
Status: in_force

Upon the resale or subsequent transfer by a dealer of a used off-highway vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor, the dealer shall endorse the certificate of title and forward it, accompanied by the transferee's application for a certificate of title, or if desired by the purchaser, and as applicable, a receipt of surrender of ownership documents, to the division.
Utah Code § 41-1a-607 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-607
§ 41-1a-607. Assignment by lienholder.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) Any person holding a lien or encumbrance upon a vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor, other than a lien dependent solely upon possession, may assign the person's title or interest in or to the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor to a person other than the owner without the consent of and without affecting the interest of the owner or the registration of the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor. (b) If assignment of the lien or encumbrance in any way modifies or affects the owner's repayment agreement, the lien or encumbrance holder shall give to the owner a written notice of the assignment. (2) Upon request to the division and upon receipt of a certificate of title assigned by the holder of a lien or encumbrance shown on it and giving the name and address of the assignee, accompanied by the fee provided by law, the division shall issue a new certificate of title.
Utah Code § 41-6a-903.1 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-903.1
§ 41-6a-903.1. Right-of-way -- Zipper merge.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section: (a) "Merge point" means the point at which two traffic lanes merge into one traffic lane. (b) "Zipper method" means a method of merging vehicles at a merge point that involves the operators of the merging vehicles: (i) using both lanes of traffic until the vehicles reach the merge point; and (ii) once the vehicles reach the merge point, alternating yielding the right-of-way into the single traffic lane. (2) An operator of a vehicle shall use the zipper method when merging at a congested merge point. (3) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-1a-803 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-803
§ 41-1a-803. Identification numbers -- Assigning numbers -- Requirement for sale.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) If a vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor has a permanent manufacturer's identification number, the number shall be used as the vehicle's, vessel's, or outboard motor's identification number. (b) If it has no permanent manufacturer's identification number, the division shall assign an identification number to it. (c) An identification number assigned by the division shall be permanently affixed or imprinted on the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor as directed by the division. (2) A person may not sell or offer for sale in this state a new vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor without an identification number. (3) (a) Each permanent manufacturer's identification number for a vehicle shall be clearly marked in an accessible place on a vehicle. (b) (i) Each permanent manufacturer's identification number for a vessel shall be clearly marked in an accessible place on the starboard outboard side of the transom or to the starboard outboard side of the hull. (ii) If the permanent manufacturer's identification number is displayed in a location other than on or near the starboard outboard side of the transom, the manufacturer shall notify the division of its location. (4) A person may not destroy, remove, alter, or cover an identification number. (5) A violation of this section is an infraction, except that Subsection (4) is a class C misdemeanor.
Utah Code § 41-6a-1408 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-1408
§ 41-6a-1408. Abandoned vehicles -- Removal by peace officer -- Report -- Vehicle identification.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, "abandoned vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor" means a vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor that is left unattended: (a) on a highway or on or in the waters of the state for a period in excess of 48 hours; or (b) on public or private property for a period in excess of seven days without express or implied consent of the owner or person in lawful possession or control of the property. (2) A person may not abandon a vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor on a highway or on or in the waters of the state. (3) A person may not abandon a vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor on public or private property without the express or implied consent of the owner or person in lawful possession or control of the property. (4) A peace officer who has reasonable grounds to believe that a vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor has been abandoned may remove the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor or cause it to be removed in accordance with Section 41-6a-1406 or 73-18-20.1. (5) If the motor number, manufacturer's number or identification mark of the abandoned vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor has been defaced, altered or obliterated, the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor may not be released or sold until: (a) the original motor number, manufacturer's number or identification mark has been replaced; or (b) a new number assigned by the Motor Vehicle Division has been stamped on the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor. (6) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-12a-104 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-12a / § 41-12a-104
§ 41-12a-104. Rules of construction.
Status: in_force

(1) If a person maintains owner's security under this chapter, it does not limit the person's liability to the face amount of the owner's security. (2) Nothing in this chapter prevents the plaintiff in any action at law from relying for relief upon the other processes provided by law. (3) This chapter is cumulative with the requirements of the laws of this state requiring policies of motor vehicle insurance against liability. This subsection does not preclude compliance through a single policy which, by its terms or by an appropriate endorsement, satisfies the requirements of both applicable laws.
Utah Code § 41-3-408 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-3 / § 41-3-408
§ 41-3-408. Resale of buyback or nonconforming vehicles -- Disclosure statements.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) A motor vehicle may not be offered, auctioned, sold, leased, transferred, or exchanged by a manufacturer or dealer with the knowledge that it is a buyback vehicle or a nonconforming vehicle without prior written disclosure in a clear and conspicuous manner, in accordance with this section. (b) This section also applies to buyback vehicles or nonconforming vehicles originally returned to a manufacturer or its agent in another state and subsequently resold, leased, or offered or displayed for resale or lease in this state. (c) An owner of a motor vehicle who is not a manufacturer or dealer, but who has been given information as required by Subsection (1)(a) or (b) shall give the information, in writing, to any prospective purchaser of the vehicle. (2) (a) The following disclosure language shall be contained in each contract for the sale or lease of a buyback vehicle or a nonconforming vehicle to a consumer or shall be contained in a form affixed to a contract, lease, bill of sale, or any other document that transfers title:"DISCLOSURE STATEMENTVehicle Identification Number (VIN):Year:Make:Model:Prior Title Number:State of Title:Odometer Reading:This is a used motor vehicle. It was previously returned to the manufacturer or its agent in exchange for a replacement motor vehicle or a refund because it was alleged or found to have the following nonconformities:1.2.3.4.5.THIS DISCLOSURE MUST BE GIVEN BY THE SELLER TO THE BUYER EVERYTIME THIS VEHICLE IS RESOLD____________________________________________________________(Buyer's Signature)Date" (b) The text of the disclosure shall be printed in 12 point boldface type except the heading, which shall be in 16 point extra boldface type. (c) The entire notice shall be boxed. (d) Each nonconformity shall be listed separately on a numbered line. (e) A seller must obtain the consumer's acknowledgment of this written disclosure prior to completing a sale, lease, or other transfer of title as evidenced by the consumer's signature within the box containing the disclosure. (f) Within 30 days after the sale, lease, or other transfer of title of a nonconforming vehicle, the seller shall deliver to the Motor Vehicle Division a copy of the signed written disclosure required for the sale, lease, or other transfer of title of the nonconforming vehicle. The Motor Vehicle Division shall include the disclosure in the nonconforming vehicle's records. (3) (a) There shall be affixed to the lower corner of the windshield furthest removed from the driver's side of a nonconforming vehicle, a disclosure statement form which shall be readily visible from the exterior of the vehicle. The form shall be in the following configuration and shall state:"DISCLOSURE STATEMENTVehicle Identification Number (VIN): _________________________________________Year: ____________ Make: ____________ Model: ____________________________________Prior Title Number: ____________ State of Title: _____________________________________Odometer Reading: _____________________________________________________________Warning: This motor vehicle was previously sold as new. It was subsequently alleged or found to have the following defect(s), malfunction(s), or conditions:1.2.3.4.5.THIS DISCLOSURE MUST BE GIVEN BY THE SELLER TO THE BUYER EVERYTIME THIS VEHICLE IS RESOLD" (b) The disclosure statement shall be at least 4-1/2 inches wide and 5 inches long. (c) The heading shall be boldface type in capital letters not smaller than 18 point in size and the body copy shall be regular or medium face type not smaller than 12 point in size. (d) Each nonconformity shall be listed separately on a numbered line. (e) The motor vehicle and title identification information must be inserted in the spaces provided.
Utah Code § 41-22-36 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-22 / § 41-22-36
§ 41-22-36. Fees to cover the costs of electronic payments.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section: (a) "Electronic payment" has the same meaning as defined in Section 41-1a-1221. (b) "Electronic payment fee" has the same meaning as defined in Section 41-1a-1221. (2) (a) The Motor Vehicle Division may collect an electronic payment fee on all registrations and renewals of registration under Section 41-22-8. (b) The fee described in Subsection (2)(a) shall be imposed regardless of the method of payment for a particular transaction. (3) The division shall establish the fee according to the procedures and requirements of Section 63J-1-504. (4) A fee imposed under this section: (a) shall be deposited in the Electronic Payment Fee Restricted Account created by Section 41-1a-121; (b) is not subject to Subsection 63J-1-105(3) or (4); and (c) need not be separately identified from the fees imposed on registrations and renewals of registration under Section 41-22-8.
Utah Code § 41-1a-120 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-120
§ 41-1a-120. Participation in Uninsured Motorist Identification Database Program.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) Except as provided in Subsection (1)(b), the division shall provide the Department of Public Safety's designated agent, as defined in Section 41-12a-802, with a record of all current motor vehicle registrations before the seventh and twenty-first day of each calendar month. (b) The division is not required to provide the Department of Public Safety's designated agent as defined in Section 41-12a-802 a record of current motor vehicle registrations for vehicles that are registered under Section 41-1a-221, 41-1a-222, or 41-1a-301. (2) The division shall perform the duties specified in: (a) Title 41, Chapter 12a, Part 8, Uninsured Motorist Identification Database Program; and (b) Sections 41-1a-109 and 41-1a-110. (3) The division shall cooperate with the Department of Public Safety in making rules and developing procedures to use the Uninsured Motorist Identification Database.
Utah Code § 41-6a-706.5 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-706.5
§ 41-6a-706.5. Definitions -- Operation of motor vehicle near a vulnerable user of a highway prohibited -- Endangering a vulnerable user of a highway prohibited.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, "vulnerable user of a highway" means: (a) a pedestrian, including a person engaged in work upon a highway or upon utilities facilities along a highway or providing emergency services within the right-of-way of a highway; (b) a person riding an animal; or (c) a person operating any of the following on a highway: (i) a farm tractor or implement of husbandry, without an enclosed shell; (ii) a skateboard; (iii) roller skates; (iv) in-line skates; (v) a bicycle; (vi) an electric assisted bicycle; (vii) an electric personal assistive mobility device; (viii) a high power electric device; (ix) a moped; (x) a motor assisted scooter; (xi) a motorcycle; (xii) a manual wheelchair; or (xiii) a golf cart. (2) An operator of a motor vehicle may not knowingly, intentionally, or recklessly: (a) operate a motor vehicle within three feet of a vulnerable user of a highway; (b) distract or attempt to distract a vulnerable user of a highway for the purpose of causing violence or injury to the vulnerable user of a highway; (c) force or attempt to force a vulnerable user of a highway off of the roadway for a purpose unrelated to public safety; or (d) cause a motor vehicle to emit an excessive amount of exhaust in a manner that distracts or endangers a vulnerable user of a highway. (3) (a) Except as provided in Subsection (3)(b), a violation of Subsection (2) is an infraction. (b) A violation of Subsection (2) that results in bodily injury to the vulnerable user of a highway is a class C misdemeanor.
Utah Code § 41-26-107 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-26 / § 41-26-107
§ 41-26-107. Registration, title, and insurance of motor vehicles equipped with an automated driving system.
Status: in_force

(1) If the owner of a vehicle equipped with an ADS is a resident of this state, the owner shall properly register the vehicle in accordance with Chapter 1a, Part 2, Registration. (2) If the owner of a vehicle equipped with an ADS is a resident of this state, the owner shall properly title the vehicle in accordance with Chapter 1a, Part 5, Titling Requirement. (3) Before an ADS may operate a vehicle on a highway in this state, the owner of the vehicle shall ensure that the vehicle complies with Chapter 12a, Financial Responsibility of Motor Vehicle Owners and Operators Act.
Utah Code § 41-3-210 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-3 / § 41-3-210
§ 41-3-210. License holders -- Prohibitions, allowances, and requirements.
Status: in_force

(1) The holder of any license issued under this chapter may not: (a) intentionally publish, display, or circulate any advertising that is misleading or inaccurate in any material fact or that misrepresents any of the products sold, manufactured, remanufactured, handled, or furnished by a licensee; (b) intentionally publish, display, or circulate any advertising without identifying the seller as the licensee by including in the advertisement the full name under which the licensee is licensed or the licensee's number assigned by the division; (c) violate this chapter or the rules made by the administrator; (d) violate any law of the state respecting commerce in motor vehicles or any rule respecting commerce in motor vehicles made by any licensing or regulating authority of the state; (e) engage in business as a new motor vehicle dealer, special equipment dealer, used motor vehicle dealer, motor vehicle crusher, or body shop without having in effect a bond as required in this chapter; (f) act as a dealer, dismantler, crusher, manufacturer, transporter, remanufacturer, or body shop without maintaining a principal place of business; (g) unless the licensee is a special equipment dealer who sells a new special equipment motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 12,000 or more pounds after installing special equipment on the motor vehicle: (i) engage in a business respecting the selling or exchanging of new or new and used motor vehicles for which the licensee is not licensed; and (ii) unless the licensee is a direct-sale manufacturer, sell or exchange a new motor vehicle for which the licensee does not have a franchise; (h) dismantle or transport to a crusher for crushing or other disposition any motor vehicle without first obtaining a dismantling or junk permit under Section 41-1a-1009, 41-1a-1010, or 41-1a-1011; (i) as a new motor vehicle dealer, special equipment dealer, or used motor vehicle dealer fail to give notice of sales or transfers as required in Section 41-3-301; (j) advertise or otherwise represent, or knowingly allow to be advertised or represented on the licensee's behalf or at the licensee's place of business, that no down payment is required in connection with the sale of a motor vehicle when a down payment is required and the buyer is advised or induced to finance a down payment by a loan in addition to any other loan financing the remainder of the purchase price of the motor vehicle; (k) as a crusher, crush or shred a motor vehicle brought to the crusher without obtaining proper evidence of ownership of the motor vehicle; proper evidence of ownership is a certificate of title endorsed according to law or a dismantling or junk permit issued under Section 41-1a-1009, 41-1a-1010, or 41-1a-1011; (l) as a manufacturer or remanufacturer assemble a motor vehicle that does not comply with construction, safety, or vehicle identification number standards fixed by law or rule of any licensing or regulating authority; (m) as anyone other than a salesperson or a direct-sale manufacturer salesperson licensed under this chapter, be present on a dealer display space and contact prospective customers to promote the sale of the dealer's vehicles; (n) subject to Subsection (14), sell, display for sale, or offer for sale motor vehicles at any location other than the principal place of business, or additional places of business licensed under this chapter; (o) (i) as a dealer, dismantler, body shop, or manufacturer, maintain a principal place of business or additional place of business that shares any common area with a business or activity not directly related to motor vehicle commerce; or (ii) maintain any places of business that share any common area with another dealer, dismantler, body shop, or manufacturer; (p) withhold delivery of license plates obtained by the licensee on behalf of a customer for any reason, including nonpayment of any portion of the vehicle purchase price or down payment; (q) issue a temporary permit for any vehicle that has not been sold by the licensee; (r) alter a temporary permit in any manner; (s) operate any principal place of business or additional place of business in a location that does not comply with local ordinances, including zoning ordinances; (t) sell, display for sale, offer for sale, or exchange any new motor vehicle if the licensee does not: (i) have a new motor vehicle dealer's license or a direct-sale manufacturer's license under Section 41-3-202; and (ii) unless the licensee is a direct-sale manufacturer, possess a franchise from the manufacturer of the new motor vehicle sold, displayed for sale, offered for sale, or exchanged by the licensee; (u) as a new motor vehicle dealer or used motor vehicle dealer, encourage or conspire with any person who has not obtained a salesperson's or a direct-sale manufacturer salesperson's license to solicit for prospective purchasers; (v) as a direct-sale manufacturer, engage in business as a direct-sale manufacturer without having: (i) an authorized service center; or (ii) a principal place of business; or (w) possess a franchise that is not expressed in writing, if the franchise allows the sale or exchange of a new trailer that: (i) is not designed for human habitation; (ii) has a gross vehicle weight rating of less than 26,000 pounds; and (iii) is not designed to carry a motorboat as defined in Section 73-18-2. (2) (a) If a new motor vehicle is constructed in more than one stage, such as a motor home, ambulance, or van conversion, the licensee shall advertise, represent, sell, and exchange the vehicle as the make designated by the final stage manufacturer, except in those specific situations where the licensee: (i) possesses a franchise from the initial or first stage manufacturer, presumably the manufacturer of the motor vehicle's chassis; or (ii) manufactured the initial or first stage of the motor vehicle. (b) Sales of multiple stage manufactured motor vehicles shall include the transfer to the purchaser of a valid manufacturer's statement or certificate of origin from each manufacturer under Section 41-3-301. (3) Each licensee, except salespersons, shall maintain and make available for inspection by peace officers and employees of the division: (a) a record of every motor vehicle bought, or exchanged by the licensee or received or accepted by the licensee for sale or exchange; (b) a record of every used part or used accessory bought or otherwise acquired; (c) a record of every motor vehicle bought or otherwise acquired and wrecked or dismantled by the licensee; (d) all buyers' orders, contracts, odometer statements, temporary permit records, financing records, and all other documents related to the purchase, sale, or consignment of motor vehicles; and (e) a record of the name and address of the person to whom any motor vehicle or motor vehicle body, chassis, or motor vehicle engine is sold or otherwise disposed of and a description of the motor vehicle by year, make, and vehicle identification number. (4) Each licensee required by this chapter to keep records shall: (a) be kept by the licensee at least for five years; and (b) furnish copies of those records upon request to any peace officer or employee of the division during reasonable business hours. (5) (a) A manufacturer, distributor, distributor representative, or factory representative may not induce or attempt to induce by means of coercion, intimidation, or discrimination any dealer to: (i) accept delivery of any motor vehicle, parts, or accessories or any other commodity or commodities, including advertising material not ordered by the dealer; (ii) order or accept delivery of any motor vehicle with special features, appliances, accessories, or equipment not included in the list price of the motor vehicle as publicly advertised by the manufacturer; (iii) order from any person any parts, accessories, equipment, machinery, tools, appliances, or any other commodity; (iv) enter into an agreement with the manufacturer, distributor, distributor representative, or factory representative of any of them, or to do any other act unfair to the dealer by threatening to cancel any franchise or contractual agreement between the manufacturer, distributor, distributor branch, or factory branch and the dealer; (v) refuse to deliver to any dealer having a franchise or contractual arrangement for the retail sale of new and unused motor vehicles sold or distributed by the manufacturer, distributor, distributor branch or factory branch, any motor vehicle, publicly advertised for immediate delivery within 60 days after the dealer's order is received; (vi) unfairly, without regard to the equities of the dealer, cancel the franchise of any motor vehicle dealer; the nonrenewal of a franchise or selling agreement without cause and written notice is a violation of this subsection and is an unfair cancellation; or (vii) waive or forbear the right of the dealer, if the dealer offers for sale, sells, or exchanges cargo/utility trailers, to protest the establishment or relocation of a dealer who offers for sale, sells, or exchanges cargo/utility trailers of the same line-make in the relevant market area of the established dealer. (b) For the purpose of Subsection (5)(a)(vii): (i) "Cargo/utility trailer" means a trailer that: (A) is not designed for human habitation; (B) has a gross vehicle weight rating of less than 26,000 pounds; and (C) is not designed to carry a motorboat as defined in Section 73-18-2. (ii) "Relevant market area" means: (A) for a dealership located in a county that has a population of less than 225,000, the county in which the dealership is located and the area within a 15-mile radius of the dealership; or (B) for a dealership located in a county that has a population of 225,000 or more, the area within a 10-mile radius of the dealership. (6) A dealer may not assist an unlicensed dealer or salesperson in unlawful activity through active or passive participation in sales, or by allowing use of his facilities or dealer license number, or by any other means. (7) (a) The holder of any new motor vehicle dealer or direct-sale manufacturer license issued under this chapter may not sell any new motor vehicle to: (i) another dealer licensed under this chapter who does not hold a valid franchise for the make of new motor vehicles sold, unless the selling dealer licenses and titles the new motor vehicle to the purchasing dealer; or (ii) any motor vehicle leasing or rental company located within this state, or who has any branch office within this state, unless the dealer licenses and titles the new motor vehicle to the purchasing, leasing, or rental company. (b) Subsection (7)(a)(i) does not apply to the sale of a new incomplete motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 12,000 or more pounds to a special equipment dealer licensed under this chapter. (8) A dealer licensed under this chapter may not take on consignment any new motor vehicle from anyone other than a new motor vehicle dealer, factory, or distributor who is licensed and, if required, franchised to distribute or sell that make of motor vehicle in this or any other state. (9) A body shop licensed under this chapter may not assist an unlicensed body shop in unlawful activity through active or passive means or by allowing use of its facilities, name, body shop number, or by any other means. (10) A used motor vehicle dealer licensed under this chapter may not advertise, offer for sale, or sell a new motor vehicle that has been driven less than 7,500 miles by obtaining a title only to the vehicle and representing it as a used motor vehicle. (11) (a) Except as provided in Subsection (11)(c), or in cases of undue hardship or emergency as provided by rule by the division, a dealer or salesperson licensed under this chapter may not, on consecutive days of Saturday and Sunday, sell, offer for sale, lease, or offer for lease a motor vehicle. (b) Each day a motor vehicle is sold, offered for sale, leased, or offered for lease in violation of Subsection (11)(a) and each motor vehicle sold, offered for sale, leased, or offered for lease in violation of Subsection (11)(a) shall constitute a separate offense. (c) The provisions of Subsection (11)(a) shall not apply to a dealer participating in a trade show or exhibition if: (i) there are five or more dealers participating in the trade show or exhibition; and (ii) the trade show or exhibition takes place at a location other than the principal place of business of one of the dealers participating in the trade show or exhibition. (12) For purposes of imposing the sales and use tax under Title 59, Chapter 12, Sales and Use Tax Act, a licensee issuing a temporary permit under Section 41-3-302 shall separately identify the fees required by Chapter 1a, Motor Vehicle Act. (13) (a) A dismantler or dealer engaged in the business of dismantling motor vehicles for the sale of parts or salvage shall identify any vehicles or equipment used by the dismantler or dealer for transporting parts or salvage on the highways. (b) The identification required under Subsection (13)(a) shall: (i) include the name, address, and license number of the dismantler or dealer; and (ii) be conspicuously displayed on both sides of the vehicle or equipment in clearly legible letters and numerals not less than two inches in height. (14) (a) Subject to Subsection (14)(b), a licensed vehicle dealer may: (i) sell a vehicle to a buyer without the buyer being required to appear in person at one of the dealer's licensed places of business; (ii) collect a buyer's signature or electronic signature on a purchase contract and related purchase documents; (iii) collect payment electronically; and (iv) deliver: (A) a new motor vehicle to a buyer at the buyer's home or place of business, or at one of the dealer's licensed places of business; or (B) a used motor vehicle to a buyer at a location mutually agreed upon by the buyer and the dealer. (b) A vehicle purchase contract is not executed until the contract is countersigned by the licensed dealer at one of the dealer's licensed places of business. (c) Except as provided in this Subsection (14), Subsection (1)(n) is construed to prevent a dealer, salesperson, or any other representative of a dealership from selling, displaying, or offering a motor vehicle for sale from the dealer's, salesperson's, or any other representative's home or other unlicensed location.
Utah Code § 41-1a-204 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-204
§ 41-1a-204. Identification number inspection.
Status: in_force

(1) An application for first registration in this state of any vehicle may not be accepted by the division unless the identification number of that vehicle, other than new vehicles sold by dealers licensed in this state, has been inspected by a qualified identification number inspector under Part 8, Identification Numbers. (2) A park model recreational vehicle is exempt from this section.
Utah Code § 41-1a-609 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-609
§ 41-1a-609. Terminal rental adjustment clauses.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, "terminal rental adjustment clause" means a provision of an agreement that permits or requires the rental price to be adjusted upward or downward by reference to the amount realized by the lessor under the agreement upon sale or other disposition of the property. (2) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a motor vehicle or trailer lease agreement that is subject to a terminal rental adjustment clause does not create a sale or security interest. (3) The provisions of this section do not affect: (a) the rights and obligations of a valid security interest under this chapter; or (b) the calculation of sales and use tax payable under Title 59, Chapter 12, Sales and Use Tax Act.
Utah Code § 41-6a-1306 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-1306
§ 41-6a-1306. School buses removed from service -- Removal of markings -- Repainting -- School district not to bear expense -- Infraction.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) As used in this section, "old school bus" means a school bus that has been removed from service and is operated on the highways, streets, or roads of this state for a nonschool permanent commercial use. (b) A person who acquires an old school bus shall cause: (i) identifying markings be removed; and (ii) the bus be painted a color other than school-bus yellow. (c) The school districts may not be charged any expense related to removing markings from the school bus removed from service. (2) A person who violates this section is guilty of an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-22-32 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-22 / § 41-22-32
§ 41-22-32. Approval of safety courses.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, the division may make rules, after consultation with the commission, that establish standards for an off-highway vehicle safety course for instruction on the safe operation of an off-highway vehicle. (b) The division shall require that the information described in Subsection 41-22-31(1)(b)(ii) be part of an off-highway vehicle safety course for instruction on the safe operation of an off-highway vehicle. (2) If a private organization meets the standards set by the division under Subsection (1), the division shall approve the off-highway vehicle safety course as compliant with the standards and purposes of this chapter.
Utah Code § 41-6a-712 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-712
§ 41-6a-712. Divided highway -- Use of right-hand side -- Crossing only where permitted.
Status: in_force

(1) A person operating a vehicle on a divided highway shall use the right-hand roadway unless directed or permitted to use another roadway by a traffic-control device or a peace officer. (2) A person operating a vehicle may not operate the vehicle over, across, or within any dividing space, median, or barrier of a divided highway, except when: (a) authorized by a traffic-control device or a peace officer; or (b) operating a tow truck in response to a customer service call and the tow truck motor carrier has already received authorization from the local law enforcement agency in the jurisdiction where the vehicle to be towed is located. (3) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-6a-408 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-408
§ 41-6a-408. Peace officer investigating accident to notify owner if livestock or broken fence involved -- Exempt from liability.
Status: in_force

(1) A peace officer investigating an accident resulting in injury or death of any livestock shall make reasonable efforts as soon as possible to: (a) locate the owner of the livestock; (b) inform the owner of the injured or dead animal; and (c) (i) make arrangements with the owner of the livestock to deliver, mail, email, fax, or otherwise provide the owner of the livestock a copy of the accident report prepared in accordance with Section 41-6a-404; or (ii) advise the owner of the livestock where a copy of the accident report prepared in accordance with Section 41-6a-404 may be obtained. (2) A peace officer investigating an accident resulting in a broken fence, if it appears the fence contains or controls the movement of livestock, shall make reasonable efforts as soon as possible to locate the owner of the property and inform the owner of the broken fence. (3) (a) Civil or criminal liability for claims does not arise against any peace officer for failure to locate the owner of the livestock or property. (b) Subsection (3)(a) does not preclude disciplinary action by the law enforcement agency against a peace officer for failure to perform duties required by this section.
Utah Code § 41-3-103 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-3 / § 41-3-103
§ 41-3-103. Exceptions to "dealer" definition -- Dealer licensed in other state -- Direct-sale manufacturer -- Direct-sale manufacturer salesperson.
Status: in_force

Under this chapter: (1) (a) An insurance company, bank, finance company, company registered as a title lender under Title 7, Chapter 24, Title Lending Registration Act, company registered as a check casher or deferred deposit lender under Title 7, Chapter 23, Check Cashing and Deferred Deposit Lending Registration Act, public utility company, commission impound yard, federal or state governmental agency, or any political subdivision of any of them or any other person coming into possession of a motor vehicle as an incident to its regular business, that sells the motor vehicle under contractual rights that it may have in the motor vehicle is not considered a dealer. (b) A person who sells or exchanges only those motor vehicles that the person has owned for over 12 months is not considered a dealer. (2) (a) A person engaged in leasing motor vehicles is not considered as coming into possession of the motor vehicles incident to the person's regular business. (b) A pawnbroker engaged in selling, exchanging, or pawning motor vehicles is considered as coming into possession of the motor vehicles incident to the person's regular business and must be licensed as a used motor vehicle dealer. (3) A person currently licensed as a dealer or salesperson by another state or country and not currently under license suspension or revocation by the administrator may only sell motor vehicles in this state to licensed dealers, dismantlers, or manufacturers, and only at their places of business. (4) Except as otherwise expressly provided: (a) a direct-sale manufacturer is subject to the same provisions under this chapter as a new motor vehicle dealer; and (b) a direct-sale manufacturer salesperson is subject to the same provisions under this chapter as a salesperson. (5) Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, a direct-sale manufacturer: (a) may, without a franchise, sell, display for sale, or offer for sale or exchange a motor vehicle: (i) if the direct-sale manufacturer is an electric vehicle manufacturer; or (ii) if the direct-sale manufacturer is a low-volume manufacturer; and (b) may not sell, display for sale, or offer for sale or exchange a new motor vehicle that is not of the same line-make the direct-sale manufacturer manufactures.
Utah Code § 41-3-202 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-3 / § 41-3-202
§ 41-3-202. Licenses -- Classes and scope.
Status: in_force

(1) A new motor vehicle dealer's license permits the licensee to: (a) offer for sale, sell, or exchange new motor vehicles if the licensee possesses a franchise from the manufacturer of the motor vehicle offered for sale, sold, or exchanged by the licensee; (b) offer for sale, sell, or exchange used motor vehicles; (c) operate as a body shop; and (d) dismantle motor vehicles. (2) A used motor vehicle dealer's license permits the licensee to: (a) offer for sale, sell, or exchange used motor vehicles; (b) operate as a body shop; and (c) dismantle motor vehicles. (3) A direct-sale manufacturer's license permits the licensee to: (a) offer for sale, sell, or exchange new motor vehicles of the same line-make that the direct-sale manufacturer manufactures; (b) offer for sale, sell, or exchange used motor vehicles; (c) operate as a body shop; and (d) dismantle motor vehicles. (4) A new motorcycle, off-highway vehicle, and small trailer dealer's license permits the licensee to: (a) offer for sale, sell, or exchange new motorcycles, off-highway vehicles, or small trailers if the licensee possesses a franchise from the manufacturer of the motorcycle, off-highway vehicle, or small trailer offered for sale, sold, or exchanged by the licensee; (b) offer for sale, sell, or exchange used motorcycles, off-highway vehicles, or small trailers; and (c) dismantle motorcycles, off-highway vehicles, or small trailers. (5) A used motorcycle, off-highway vehicle, and small trailer dealer's license permits the licensee to: (a) offer for sale, sell, or exchange used motorcycles, off-highway vehicles, and small trailers; and (b) dismantle motorcycles, off-highway vehicles, or small trailers. (6) (a) Except as provided in Subsection (6)(b), a salesperson's license permits the licensee to act as a motor vehicle salesperson and is valid for employment with only one dealer at a time. (b) A licensee that has been issued a salesperson's license and that is employed by a dealer that operates as a wholesale motor vehicle auction may be employed by more than one dealer that operates as a wholesale motor vehicle auction at a time. (7) (a) A direct-sale manufacturer salesperson's license permits the licensee to act as a direct-sale manufacturer salesperson for one direct-sales manufacturer. (b) A direct-sale manufacturer salesperson licensee may not simultaneously hold a salesperson's license. (8) (a) A manufacturer's license permits the licensee to construct or assemble motor vehicles subject to registration under Title 41, Chapter 1a, Motor Vehicle Act, at an established place of business and to remanufacture motor vehicles. (b) Under rules the administrator makes, the licensee may issue and install vehicle identification numbers on manufactured motor vehicles. (c) The licensee may franchise and appoint dealers to sell manufactured motor vehicles by notifying the division of the franchise or appointment. (9) (a) A transporter's license permits the licensee to transport or deliver motor vehicles subject to registration under Title 41, Chapter 1a, Motor Vehicle Act, from a manufacturing, assembling, or distributing point or from a dealer, to dealers, distributors, or sales agents of a manufacturer or remanufacturer, to or from detail or repair shops, and to financial institutions or places of storage from points of repossession. (b) The division may not issue or renew a transporter license to an applicant who is not: (i) licensed under this chapter as a body shop; (ii) a detail or repair shop; (iii) a tow truck motor carrier subject to Title 72, Chapter 9, Motor Carrier Safety Act; (iv) a repossession company; (v) licensed under this chapter as a dealer or an auction; or (vi) a finance company. (c) The division may not issue or renew a transporter license unless the applicant provides proof of insurance or other form of security meeting the minimum requirements of Title 41, Chapter 12a, Financial Responsibility of Motor Vehicle Owners and Operators Act. (10) A motor vehicle auction license permits the licensee to: (a) offer for sale, sell, or exchange used motor vehicles; (b) operate as a body shop; (c) dismantle motor vehicles; and (d) operate a motor vehicle auction. (11) A dismantler's license permits the licensee to dismantle motor vehicles subject to registration under Title 41, Chapter 1a, Motor Vehicle Act, for the purpose of reselling parts or for salvage, or selling dismantled or salvage vehicles to a crusher or other dismantler. (12) A distributor or factory branch and distributor branch's license permits the licensee to sell and distribute new motor vehicles, parts, and accessories to their franchised dealers. (13) A representative's license, for factory representatives or distributor representatives permits the licensee to contact the licensee's authorized dealers for the purpose of making or promoting the sale of motor vehicles, parts, and accessories. (14) (a) (i) A remanufacturer's license permits the licensee to construct, reconstruct, assemble, or reassemble motor vehicles subject to registration under Title 41, Chapter 1a, Motor Vehicle Act, from used or new motor vehicles or parts. (ii) Evidence of ownership of parts and motor vehicles used in remanufacture shall be available to the division upon demand. (b) Under rules the administrator makes, the licensee may issue and install vehicle identification numbers on remanufactured motor vehicles. (15) A crusher's license permits the licensee to engage in the business of crushing or shredding motor vehicles subject to registration under Title 41, Chapter 1a, Motor Vehicle Act, for the purpose of reducing the useable materials and metals to a more compact size for recycling. (16) A body shop's license permits the licensee: (a) to rebuild, restore, repair, or paint the body of motor vehicles; and (b) to dismantle motor vehicles. (17) A special equipment dealer's license permits the licensee to: (a) buy incomplete new motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 12,000 or more pounds from a new motor vehicle dealer and sell the new vehicle with the special equipment installed without a franchise from the manufacturer; (b) offer for sale, sell, or exchange used motor vehicles; (c) operate as a body shop; and (d) dismantle motor vehicles. (18) (a) A salvage vehicle buyer license permits the licensee to bid on or purchase a vehicle with a salvage certificate as defined in Section 41-1a-1001 at any motor vehicle auction. (b) The division may only issue a salvage vehicle buyer license to a motor vehicle dealer, dismantler, or body shop who qualifies under rules made by the division and is licensed in any state as a motor vehicle dealer, dismantler, or body shop. (c) The division may not issue more than two salvage vehicle buyer licenses to any one dealer, dismantler, or body shop. (d) In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, the administrator shall make rules establishing qualifications of an applicant for a salvage vehicle buyer license. The criteria shall include: (i) business history; (ii) salvage vehicle qualifications; (iii) ability to properly handle and dispose of environmental hazardous materials associated with salvage vehicles; and (iv) record in demonstrating compliance with the provisions of this chapter.
Utah Code § 41-6a-1301 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-1301
§ 41-6a-1301. Standards and specifications for lighting and special warning devices on school buses.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) A school bus shall be equipped with red signal lamps mounted as high and as widely spaced laterally as practicable. (b) The red signal lamps shall display two alternately flashing red lights, located at the same level, to the front and rear of the school bus. (c) The red signal lamps shall be visible at 500 feet in normal sunlight. (2) (a) A school bus shall be equipped with yellow signal lamps mounted near each of the four red signal lamps and at the same level but closer to the vertical centerline of the bus. (b) The yellow signal lamps shall display two alternately flashing yellow lights to the front and rear of the school bus. (c) The yellow signal lamps shall be visible at 500 feet in normal sunlight. (3) A school bus driver shall activate the yellow signal lamps at least 100 feet, but not more than 500 feet, before every stop at which the alternately flashing red lights are activated. (4) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-12a-805 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-12a / § 41-12a-805
§ 41-12a-805. Disclosure of insurance information -- Penalty.
Status: in_force

(1) Information in the database established under Section 41-12a-803 provided by a person to the designated agent is considered to be the property of the person providing the information. (2) The information may not be disclosed from the database under Title 63G, Chapter 2, Government Records Access and Management Act, or otherwise, except as follows: (a) for the purpose of investigating, litigating, or enforcing the owner's or operator's security requirement under Section 41-12a-301, the designated agent shall verify insurance information through the state computer network for a state or local government agency or court; (b) for the purpose of investigating, litigating, or enforcing the owner's or operator's security requirement under Section 41-12a-301, the designated agent shall, upon request, issue to any state or local government agency or court a certificate documenting the insurance information, according to the database, of a specific individual or motor vehicle or motorboat for the time period designated by the government agency; (c) upon request, the department or its designated agent shall disclose whether or not a person is an insured individual and the insurance company name to: (i) that individual or, if that individual is deceased, any interested person of that individual, as defined in Section 75-1-201; (ii) the parent or legal guardian of that individual if the individual is an unemancipated minor; (iii) the legal guardian of that individual if the individual is legally incapacitated; (iv) a person who has power of attorney from the insured individual; (v) a person who submits a notarized release from the insured individual dated no more than 90 days before the date the request is made; or (vi) a person suffering loss or injury in a motor vehicle or motorboat accident in which the insured individual is involved, but only as part of an accident report as authorized in Section 41-12a-202; (d) for the purpose of investigating, enforcing, or prosecuting laws or issuing citations by state or local law enforcement agencies related to the: (i) registration and renewal of registration of a motor vehicle under Title 41, Chapter 1a, Motor Vehicle Act; (ii) registration and renewal of registration of a motorboat under Title 73, Chapter 18, State Boating Act; (iii) purchase of a motor vehicle or motorboat under Title 59, Chapter 12, Sales and Use Tax Act; and (iv) owner's or operator's security requirements under Section 41-12a-301 or 73-18c-304; (e) upon request of a peace officer acting in an official capacity under the provisions of Subsection (2)(d), the department or the designated agent shall, upon request, disclose relevant information for investigation, enforcement, or prosecution; (f) for the purpose of the state auditor, the legislative auditor general, or other auditor of the state conducting audits of the program; (g) upon request of a financial institution as defined under Section 7-1-103 for the purpose of protecting the financial institution's bona fide security interest in a motor vehicle or motorboat; (h) upon the request of a state or local law enforcement agency for the purpose of investigating and prosecuting identity theft and other crimes; and (i) the designated agent shall provide information from the database regarding a towed vehicle to the vehicle owner's insurance company of record at the time the vehicle was towed, including, if available, the name, address, and contact information of the tow yard where the vehicle is stored. (3) (a) The department may allow the designated agent to prepare and deliver upon request, a report on the insurance information of a person or motor vehicle or motorboat in accordance with this section. (b) The report may be in the form of: (i) a certified copy that is considered admissible in any court proceeding in the same manner as the original; or (ii) information accessible through the Internet or through other electronic medium if the department determines that sufficient security is provided to ensure compliance with this section. (c) The department may allow the designated agent to charge a fee established by the department under Section 63J-1-504 for each: (i) document authenticated, including each certified copy; (ii) record accessed by the Internet or by other electronic medium; and (iii) record provided to a financial institution under Subsection (2)(g). (4) A person who knowingly releases or discloses information from the database for a purpose other than those authorized in this section or to a person who is not entitled to it is guilty of a third degree felony. (5) An insurer is not liable to any person for complying with Sections 31A-22-315 and 31A-22-315.5 by providing information to the designated agent. (6) Neither the state nor the department's designated agent is liable to any person for gathering, managing, or using the information in the database as provided in Sections 31A-22-315 and 31A-22-315.5 and this part.
Utah Code § 41-22-12.7 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-22 / § 41-22-12.7
§ 41-22-12.7. Enhanced penalties for unlawful motor vehicle use on public or private property.
Status: in_force

(1) A person is guilty of a class C misdemeanor for unlawful cross-country use of a motor vehicle on public land or unlawful motor vehicle use on private property if the person: (a) violates Section 41-22-12.2, 41-22-12.5, or 41-22-13; and (b) (i) has been convicted of violating Section 41-22-12, 41-22-12.2, 41-22-12.5, or 41-22-13 within the last two years; or (ii) knowingly, intentionally, or recklessly: (A) damages vegetation, trees, wetlands, riparian areas, fences, structures, or improvements; or (B) harasses wildlife or livestock. (2) As part of any sentence for a conviction of a violation described in Subsection (1), the court may: (a) impose a fine not to exceed $300; (b) require the person to pay restitution not to exceed $1,000 for damage caused by the unlawful motor vehicle use; and (c) require the person to perform community service in the form of repairing any damage to the public land caused by the unlawful motor vehicle use. (3) As part of any sentence for a conviction described in Subsection (1) that is within five years of a prior conviction described in Subsection (1), the court may: (a) impose a fine not to exceed $1,000; (b) require the person to pay restitution not to exceed $2,000 for damage caused by the unlawful motor vehicle use; and (c) require the person to perform community service in the form of repairing any damage caused by the unlawful motor vehicle use.
Utah Code § 41-22-10.7 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-22 / § 41-22-10.7
§ 41-22-10.7. Vehicle equipment requirements -- Rulemaking -- Exceptions.
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided under Subsection (3), an off-highway vehicle shall be equipped with: (a) brakes adequate to control the movement of and to stop and hold the vehicle under normal operating conditions; (b) headlights and taillights when operated between sunset and sunrise; (c) a noise control device and except for a snowmobile, a spark arrestor device; and (d) when operated on sand dunes designated by the division, a safety flag that is: (i) a minimum of six by 12 inches; and (ii) attached to: (A) the off-highway vehicle so that the safety flag is at least eight feet above the surface of level ground; or (B) the protective headgear of a person operating an off-highway motorcycle so that the safety flag is at least 18 inches above the top of the person's head. (2) A violation of Subsection (1) is an infraction. (3) In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, the division may make rules, after notifying the commission, which set standards for the equipment and which designate sand dunes where safety flags are required under Subsection (1). (4) An off-highway implement of husbandry used only in agricultural operations and not operated on a highway, is exempt from the provisions of this section.
Utah Code § 41-1a-1008 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-1008
§ 41-1a-1008. Criminal penalty for violation.
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in Subsection (2) or unless otherwise provided, it is a class A misdemeanor to knowingly violate Sections 41-1a-1001 through 41-1a-1006. (2) Any owner, who is not a manufacturer, dealer, motor vehicle auction, or consignor to a motor vehicle auction not licensed under Section 41-3-201, who knowingly or intentionally conceals, removes, destroys, or alters a disclosure statement or a certificate of title branded under Section 41-3-201 or Sections 41-1a-1004 through 41-1a-1005.3 is guilty of a: (a) class A misdemeanor; or (b) third degree felony if the person has previously been convicted two or more times of knowingly or intentionally concealing, removing, destroying, or altering a disclosure statement or a certificate of title branded under Section 41-3-201 or Sections 41-1a-1004 through 41-1a-1005.3. (3) Criminal penalties under this chapter are not exclusive, but are in addition to those under Section 76-6-525. (4) Each vehicle sold, offered for sale, or displayed for sale in violation of Section 41-1a-1005.3 shall be a separate offense.
Utah Code § 41-22-10.4 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-22 / § 41-22-10.4
§ 41-22-10.4. Snowmobiles.
Status: in_force

Snowmobiles may be operated on streets or highways which have been officially closed for the season to conventional motor vehicle traffic because snow removal is no longer provided for the season by the public authority having jurisdiction.
Utah Code § 41-1a-226 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-226
§ 41-1a-226. Vintage vehicle -- Signed statement -- Restored-modified vehicle -- Registration.
Status: in_force

10/1/2026 (1) The owner of a classic vehicle who applies for registration under this part shall provide a signed statement that the classic vehicle is safe to operate on the highways of this state as described in Section 41-28-103. (2) (a) If an owner of a restored-modified vehicle who applies for registration that wishes to have the notation on the registration certificate as described in Subsection (2)(b), the owner may provide a signed statement that the vehicle: (i) meets the definition of a restored-modified vehicle, and has modern technology, including emission control technology and an on-board diagnostic system; and (ii) is safe to operate on the highways of this state. (b) If a vehicle qualifies as a restored-modified vehicle, the division shall notate the registration certificate indicating that the vehicle is a restored-modified vehicle. (c) An owner of a restored-modified vehicle may elect to remove the restored-modified notation on the registration certificate at the time of a subsequent registration.
Utah Code § 41-6a-706 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-706
§ 41-6a-706. Limitation on passing -- Prohibitions.
Status: in_force

(1) Subject to the provisions of Section 41-6a-707, on a two-way highway, a person may not operate a vehicle to the left side of the center of the roadway to pass another vehicle proceeding in the same direction unless the left side is: (a) clearly visible; and (b) free of oncoming traffic for a sufficient distance to permit the passing movement to be completed without interfering with the operation of any vehicle approaching from the opposite direction in accordance with Subsection (2). (2) The person operating the overtaking vehicle shall return the vehicle to an authorized lane of travel: (a) as soon as practical; and (b) if the passing movement involves the use of a lane authorized for vehicles approaching in the opposite direction, before coming within 200 feet of any vehicle approaching from the opposite direction. (3) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-6a-523 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-523
§ 41-6a-523. Persons authorized to draw blood -- Immunity from liability.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) Only the following, acting at the request of a peace officer, may draw blood to determine its alcohol or drug content: (i) a physician; (ii) a physician assistant; (iii) a registered nurse; (iv) a licensed practical nurse; (v) a paramedic; (vi) as provided in Subsection (1)(b), emergency medical service personnel other than paramedics; or (vii) a person with a valid permit issued by the Department of Public Safety under Section 53-2d-103. (b) The Bureau of Emergency Medical Services may designate by rule, in accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, which emergency medical service personnel, as defined in Section 53-2d-101, are authorized to draw blood under Subsection (1)(a)(vi), based on the type of license under Section 53-2d-402. (c) Subsection (1)(a) does not apply to taking a urine, breath, or oral fluid specimen. (2) The following are immune from civil or criminal liability arising from drawing a blood sample from a person whom a peace officer has reason to believe is driving in violation of this chapter, if the sample is drawn in accordance with standard medical practice, and pursuant to a warrant or with the consent of the individual: (a) a person authorized to draw blood under Subsection (1)(a); (b) if the blood is drawn at a hospital or other medical facility, the medical facility; or (c) if the blood is drawn at a law enforcement facility in a secure area not accessible by the public, the law enforcement agency.
Utah Code § 41-26-105 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-26 / § 41-26-105
§ 41-26-105. Duties following crashes involving motor vehicles equipped with an automated driving system.
Status: in_force

(1) In the event of a crash involving a vehicle with the ADS engaged: (a) the ADS-equipped vehicle shall remain on the scene of the crash when required to do so under Section 41-6a-401, consistent with the vehicle's ability to achieve a minimal risk condition as described in Section 41-26-103; and (b) the owner of the ADS-equipped vehicle, or a person on behalf of the vehicle owner, shall report any crashes or collisions consistent with Chapter 6a, Part 4, Accident Responsibilities. (2) If the owner or person on behalf of the owner is not on board the vehicle at the time of the crash, the owner shall ensure that the following information is immediately communicated or made available to the persons involved or to a peace officer upon request: (a) the contents of the vehicle's registration card; and (b) the name of the insurance provider for the vehicle, including the phone number of the agent or provider. (3) The department may require that an accident report filed under Section 41-6a-402 include: (a) whether a vehicle equipped with an ADS was involved in the accident; and (b) whether the ADS was engaged at the time of the accident.
Utah Code § 41-1a-1605 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-1605
§ 41-1a-1605. Collegiate special group license plates.
Status: in_force

7/1/2026 (1) A sponsoring organization that is an institution may use funds received through the sponsored special group license plate program only for: (a) the institution's academic scholarships; or (b) the institution's intercollegiate athletics program for compensation for a student athlete's name, image, or likeness as described in Title 53H, Chapter 6, Part 2, Athletics. (2) (a) An institution may sponsor a special group license plate for support of academic scholarships and a special group license plate for intercollegiate athletics programs. (b) To create more than one sponsored special group license plate, an institution is only required to comply with the application requirements described in Sections 41-1a-1603 and 41-1a-1604 one time. (3) The state auditor may audit each institution to verify that the money an institution collects from contributors is used only for the uses described in Subsection (1). (4) A sponsoring organization that is an institution may establish the contribution amount required to obtain the institution's collegiate special group license plate.
Utah Code § 41-3-201 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-3 / § 41-3-201
§ 41-3-201. Licenses required -- Restitution -- Education.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section, "new applicant" means a person who is applying for a license that the person has not been issued during the previous licensing year. (2) A person may not act as any of the following without having procured a license issued by the administrator: (a) dealer; (b) salvage vehicle buyer; (c) salesperson; (d) manufacturer; (e) transporter; (f) dismantler; (g) distributor; (h) factory branch and representative; (i) distributor branch and representative; (j) crusher; (k) remanufacturer; (l) body shop; or (m) motor vehicle auction. (3) (a) Except as provided in Subsection (3)(c), a person may not bid on or purchase a vehicle with a nonrepairable or salvage certificate as defined in Section 41-1a-1001 at or through a motor vehicle auction unless the person is a licensed salvage vehicle buyer. (b) Except as provided in Subsection (3)(c), a person may not offer for sale, sell, or exchange a vehicle with a nonrepairable or salvage certificate as defined in Section 41-1a-1001 at or through a motor vehicle auction except to a licensed salvage vehicle buyer. (c) A person may offer for sale, sell, or exchange a vehicle with a nonrepairable or salvage certificate as defined in Section 41-1a-1001 at or through a motor vehicle auction: (i) to an out-of-state or out-of-country purchaser not licensed under this section, but that is authorized to do business in the domestic or foreign jurisdiction in which the person is domiciled or registered to do business; (ii) subject to the restrictions in Subsection (3)(d), to an in-state purchaser not licensed under this section that: (A) has a valid business license in Utah; and (B) has a Utah sales tax license; and (iii) to a crusher. (d) (i) An operator of a motor vehicle auction shall verify that an in-state purchaser not licensed under this section has the licenses required in Subsection (3)(c)(ii). (ii) An operator of a motor vehicle auction may only offer for sale, sell, or exchange five vehicles with a salvage certificate as defined in Section 41-1a-1001 at or through a motor vehicle auction in any 12-month period to an in-state purchaser that does not have a salvage vehicle buyer license issued in accordance with Subsection 41-3-202(18). (iii) The five vehicle limitation under this Subsection (3)(d) applies to each Utah sales tax license and not to each person with the authority to use a sales tax license. (iv) An operator of a motor vehicle auction may not sell a vehicle with a nonrepairable certificate as defined in Section 41-1a-1001 to a purchaser otherwise allowed to purchase a vehicle under Subsection (3)(c)(ii). (e) For a vehicle with a salvage certificate purchased under Subsection (3)(c)(ii), an operator of a motor vehicle auction shall: (i) (A) until Subsection (3)(e)(i)(B) applies, make application for a salvage certificate of title on behalf of the Utah purchaser within seven days of the purchase if the purchaser does not have a salvage vehicle buyer license, dealer license, body shop license, or dismantler license issued in accordance with Section 41-3-202; or (B) beginning on or after the date that the Motor Vehicle Division has implemented the Motor Vehicle Division's GenTax system, make application electronically, in a form and time period approved by the Motor Vehicle Division, for a salvage certificate of title to be issued in the name of the purchaser; (ii) give to the purchaser a disclosure printed on a separate piece of paper that states: "THIS DISCLOSURE STATEMENT MUST BE GIVEN BY THE SELLER TO THE BUYER EVERY TIME THIS VEHICLE IS RESOLD WITH A SALVAGE CERTIFICATE Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Year: Make: Model: SALVAGE VEHICLE--NOT FOR RESALE WITHOUT DISCLOSURE WARNING: THIS SALVAGE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE SAFE FOR OPERATION UNLESS PROPERLY REPAIRED. SOME STATES MAY REQUIRE AN INSPECTION BEFORE THIS VEHICLE MAY BE REGISTERED. THE STATE OF UTAH MAY REQUIRE THIS VEHICLE TO BE PERMANENTLY BRANDED AS A REBUILT SALVAGE VEHICLE. OTHER STATES MAY ALSO PERMANENTLY BRAND THE CERTIFICATE OF TITLE. _________________________________________________________________ Signature of Purchaser Date"; and (iii) if applicable, provide evidence to the Motor Vehicle Division of: (A) payment of sales taxes on taxable sales in accordance with Section 41-1a-510; (B) the identification number inspection required under Section 41-1a-511; and (C) the odometer disclosure statement required under Section 41-1a-902. (f) The Motor Vehicle Division shall include a link to the disclosure statement described in Subsection (3)(e)(ii) on its website. (g) The commission may impose an administrative entrance fee established in accordance with the procedures and requirements of Section 63J-1-504 not to exceed $10 on a person not holding a license described in Subsection (3)(e)(i) that enters the physical premises of a motor vehicle auction for the purpose of viewing available salvage vehicles prior to an auction. (h) A vehicle sold at or through a motor vehicle auction to an out-of-state purchaser with a nonrepairable or salvage certificate may not be certificated in Utah until the vehicle has been certificated out-of-state. (4) (a) An operator of a motor vehicle auction shall keep a record of the sale of each salvage vehicle. (b) A record described under Subsection (4)(a) shall contain: (i) the purchaser's name and address; and (ii) the year, make, and vehicle identification number for each salvage vehicle sold. (c) An operator of a motor vehicle auction shall: (i) provide the record described in Subsection (4)(a) electronically in a method approved by the division to the division within two business days of the completion of the motor vehicle auction; (ii) retain the record described in this Subsection (4) for five years from the date of sale; and (iii) make a record described in this Subsection (4) available for inspection by the division at the location of the motor vehicle auction during normal business hours. (5) (a) An operator of a motor vehicle auction shall store a salvage vehicle sold at auction in a secure facility until the salvage vehicle is claimed as provided in this section. (b) Beginning at the time of purchase and until the salvage vehicle is claimed, the motor vehicle auction operator may collect a daily storage fee for the secure storage of each salvage vehicle sold at auction. (c) Except as provided in Subsection (5)(d), before releasing possession of a salvage vehicle purchased at a motor vehicle auction to a person not licensed under this part or certified as a tow truck operator under Title 72, Chapter 9, Part 6, Tow Truck Provisions, and if the person claiming the vehicle is a person other than the purchaser of the vehicle, the motor vehicle auction operator shall create a record that shall contain: (i) the name and address, as verified by government issued identification, of the person claiming the vehicle; (ii) the year, make, and vehicle identification number of the claimed vehicle; (iii) a written statement from the person claiming the vehicle indicating the location where the salvage vehicle will be delivered; and (iv) verification that the claimant has authorization from the purchaser to claim the vehicle. (d) If the salvage vehicle is claimed by a transporter or a tow truck operator, the transporter or the tow truck operator shall submit to the motor vehicle auction operator a written record on any release forms indicating the location where the salvage vehicle will be delivered if delivered within the state. (e) An operator of a motor vehicle auction shall: (i) retain the record described in Subsection (5)(c) for five years from the date of sale; and (ii) make the record available for inspection by the division at the location of the motor vehicle auction during normal business hours. (6) (a) If applicable, an operator of a motor vehicle auction shall comply with the reporting requirements of the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System overseen by the United States Department of Justice if the person sells a vehicle with a salvage certificate to an in-state purchaser under Subsection (3)(c)(ii). (b) The Motor Vehicle Division shall include a link to the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System on its website. (7) (a) An operator of a motor vehicle auction that sells a salvage vehicle to a person that is an out-of-country buyer shall: (i) stamp on the face of the title so as not to obscure the name, date, or mileage statement the words "FOR EXPORT ONLY" in all capital, black letters; and (ii) stamp in each unused reassignment space on the back of the title the words "FOR EXPORT ONLY." (b) The words "FOR EXPORT ONLY" shall be: (i) at least two inches wide; and (ii) clearly legible. (8) A dealer, manufacturer, remanufacturer, transporter, dismantler, crusher, or body shop shall obtain a supplemental license, in accordance with Section 41-3-201.7 for each additional place of business maintained by the licensee. (9) (a) A person who has been convicted of any law relating to motor vehicle commerce or motor vehicle fraud may not be issued a license or purchase a vehicle with a salvage or nonrepairable certificate unless full restitution regarding those convictions has been made. (b) An operator of a motor vehicle auction, a dealer, or a consignor may not sell a vehicle with a nonrepairable or salvage certificate to a buyer described in Subsection (9)(a) if the division has informed the operator of the motor vehicle auction, the dealer, or the consignor in writing that the buyer is prohibited from purchasing a vehicle with a nonrepairable or salvage certificate under Subsection (9)(a). (10) (a) The division may not issue a license to a new applicant for a new or used motor vehicle dealer license, a direct-sale manufacturer license, a new or used motorcycle dealer license, or a small trailer dealer license unless the new applicant completes an eight-hour orientation class approved by the division that includes education on motor vehicle laws and rules. (b) The approved costs of the orientation class shall be paid by the new applicant. (c) The class shall be completed by the new applicant and the applicant's partners, corporate officers, bond indemnitors, and managers. (d) (i) The division shall approve: (A) providers of the orientation class; and (B) costs of the orientation class. (ii) A provider of an orientation class shall submit the orientation class curriculum to the division for approval prior to teaching the orientation class. (iii) A provider of an orientation class shall include in the orientation materials: (A) ethics training; (B) motor vehicle title and registration processes; (C) Department of Insurance requirements relating to motor vehicles; (D) Department of Public Safety requirements relating to motor vehicles; (E) federal requirements related to motor vehicles as determined by the division; and (F) any required disclosure compliance forms as determined by the division. (11) A person or purchaser described in Subsection (3)(c)(ii): (a) may not purchase more than five salvage vehicles with a nonrepairable or salvage certificate as defined in Section 41-1a-1001 in any 12-month period; (b) may not, without first complying with Section 41-1a-705, offer for sale, sell, or exchange more than two vehicles with a salvage certificate as defined in Section 41-1a-1001 in any 12-month period to a person not licensed under this section; and (c) may not, without first complying with Section 41-1a-705, offer for sale, sell, or exchange a vehicle with a nonrepairable certificate as defined in Section 41-1a-1001 to a person not licensed under this section. (12) An operator of a motor vehicle auction, a dealer, or a consignor may not sell a vehicle with a nonrepairable or salvage certificate to a buyer described in Subsection (11)(a) if the division has informed the operator of the motor vehicle auction, the dealer, or the consignor in writing that the buyer is prohibited from purchasing a vehicle with a nonrepairable or salvage certificate under Subsection (11)(a).
Utah Code § 41-1a-1313 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-1313
§ 41-1a-1313. Third degree felony to possess motor vehicle, trailer, semitrailer, or parts without identification number -- Presumption of knowledge.
Status: in_force

(1) It is a third degree felony for a person to have in the person's possession any motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer, or any part or parts of a motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer, from which any identification number has been removed, defaced, destroyed, obliterated, or so covered as to be concealed, or where the identification number has been altered or changed in any manner. (2) A person having possession of any motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer or part of them under this section is presumed prima facie to have knowledge of this condition.
Utah Code § 41-6a-509 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-509
§ 41-6a-509. Driver license suspension or revocation for a driving under the influence violation.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) The Driver License Division shall, if the person is 21 years old or older at the time of arrest: (i) suspend for a period of 120 days the operator's license of a person convicted for the first time under Section 41-6a-502 or 76-5-102.1; or (ii) revoke for a period of two years the license of a person if: (A) the person has a prior conviction as defined under Subsection 41-6a-501(2); and (B) the current violation under Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207 is committed within a period of 10 years from the date of the prior violation. (b) (i) If a person elects to become an interlock restricted driver under Subsection 53-3-223(10)(a), the Driver License Division may not suspend the operator's license for a violation of Section 41-6a-502 as described in Subsection (1)(a)(i) unless the person fails to complete 120 days of the interlock restriction. (ii) If a person elects to become an interlock restricted driver under Subsection 53-3-223(10)(a), and the person fails to complete the full 120 days of interlock restriction, the Driver License Division: (A) shall suspend the operator's license as described in Subsection (1)(a)(i) for a period of 120 days from the date the ignition interlock system was removed from the vehicle; and (B) may not reduce the 120-day suspension for any days the person was compliant with the interlock restriction under Subsection 53-3-223(10)(a). (c) (i) If a person elects to become an interlock restricted driver under Subsection 41-6a-521(7), the Driver License Division may not suspend the operator's license for a violation of Section 41-6a-502 as described in Subsection (1)(a)(i) unless the person fails to complete three years of the interlock restriction under Subsection 41-6a-521(7). (ii) If a person elects to become an interlock restricted driver under Subsection 41-6a-521(7), and the person fails to complete the full three years of interlock restriction, the Driver License Division: (A) shall suspend the operator's license as described in Subsection (1)(a)(i) for a period of 120 days from the date the ignition interlock system was removed from the vehicle; and (B) may not reduce the 120-day suspension for any days the person was compliant with the interlock restriction under Subsection 41-6a-521(7). (2) The Driver License Division shall, if the person is 19 years old or older but under 21 years old at the time of arrest: (a) suspend the person's driver license until the person is 21 years old or for a period of one year, whichever is longer, if the person is convicted for the first time of a violation under Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207 of an offense that was committed on or after July 1, 2011; (b) deny the person's application for a license or learner's permit until the person is 21 years old or for a period of one year, whichever is longer, if the person: (i) is convicted for the first time of a violation under Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207 of an offense committed on or after July 1, 2011; and (ii) has not been issued an operator license; (c) revoke the person's driver license until the person is 21 years old or for a period of two years, whichever is longer, if: (i) the person has a prior conviction as defined under Subsection 41-6a-501(2); and (ii) the current violation under Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207 is committed within a period of 10 years from the date of the prior violation; or (d) deny the person's application for a license or learner's permit until the person is 21 years old or for a period of two years, whichever is longer, if: (i) the person has a prior conviction as defined under Subsection 41-6a-501(2); (ii) the current violation under Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207 is committed within a period of 10 years from the date of the prior violation; and (iii) the person has not been issued an operator license. (3) The Driver License Division shall, if the person is under 19 years old at the time of arrest: (a) suspend the person's driver license until the person is 21 years old if the person is convicted for the first time of a violation under Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207; (b) deny the person's application for a license or learner's permit until the person is 21 years old if the person: (i) is convicted for the first time of a violation under Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207; and (ii) has not been issued an operator license; (c) revoke the person's driver license until the person is 21 years old if: (i) the person has a prior conviction as defined under Subsection 41-6a-501(2); and (ii) the current violation under Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207 is committed within a period of 10 years from the date of the prior violation; or (d) deny the person's application for a license or learner's permit until the person is 21 years old if: (i) the person has a prior conviction as defined under Subsection 41-6a-501(2); (ii) the current violation under Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207 is committed within a period of 10 years from the date of the prior violation; and (iii) the person has not been issued an operator license. (4) The Driver License Division shall suspend or revoke the license of a person as ordered by the court under Subsection (9). (5) The Driver License Division shall subtract from any suspension or revocation period the number of days for which a license was previously suspended under Section 53-3-223 or 53-3-231, if the previous suspension was based on the same occurrence upon which the record of conviction is based. (6) If a conviction recorded as impaired driving is amended to a driving under the influence conviction under Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207 in accordance with Subsection 41-6a-502.5(3)(a)(ii), the Driver License Division: (a) may not subtract from any suspension or revocation any time for which a license was previously suspended or revoked under Section 53-3-223 or 53-3-231; and (b) shall start the suspension or revocation time under Subsection (1) on the date of the amended conviction. (7) A court that reported a conviction of a violation of Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207 for a violation that occurred on or after July 1, 2009, to the Driver License Division may shorten the suspension period imposed under Subsection (2)(a) or (b) or Subsection (3)(a) or (b) before completion of the suspension period if the person: (a) completes at least six months of the license suspension; (b) completes a screening; (c) completes an assessment, if it is found appropriate by a screening under Subsection (7)(b); (d) completes substance abuse treatment if it is found appropriate by the assessment under Subsection (7)(c); (e) completes an educational series if substance abuse treatment is not required by an assessment under Subsection (7)(c) or the court does not order substance abuse treatment; (f) has not been convicted of a violation of any motor vehicle law in which the person was involved as the operator of the vehicle during the suspension period imposed under Subsection (2)(a) or (b) or Subsection (3)(a) or (b); (g) has complied with all the terms of the person's probation or all orders of the court if not ordered to probation; and (h) (i) is 18 years old or older and provides a sworn statement to the court that the person has not unlawfully consumed alcohol during the suspension period imposed under Subsection (2)(a) or (b) or Subsection (3)(a) or (b); or (ii) is under 18 years old and has the person's parent or legal guardian provide an affidavit or sworn statement to the court certifying that to the parent or legal guardian's knowledge the person has not unlawfully consumed alcohol during the suspension period imposed under Subsection (2)(a) or (b) or Subsection (3)(a) or (b). (8) If the court shortens a person's license suspension period in accordance with the requirements of Subsection (7), the court shall forward the order shortening the person's suspension period to the Driver License Division in a manner specified by the division before the completion of the suspension period imposed under Subsection (2)(a) or (b) or Subsection (3)(a) or (b). (9) (a) (i) In addition to any other penalties provided in this section, a court may order the operator's license of a person who is convicted of a violation of Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207 to be suspended or revoked for an additional period of 90 days, 120 days, 180 days, one year, or two years to remove from the highways those persons who have shown they are safety hazards. (ii) The additional suspension or revocation period provided in this Subsection (9) shall begin the date on which the individual would be eligible to reinstate the individual's driving privilege for a violation of Section 41-6a-502, 76-5-102.1, or 76-5-207. (b) If the court suspends or revokes the person's license under this Subsection (9), the court shall prepare and send to the Driver License Division an order to suspend or revoke that person's driving privileges for a specified period of time. (10) (a) The court shall notify the Driver License Division if a person fails to complete all court ordered: (i) screenings; (ii) assessments; (iii) educational series; (iv) substance abuse treatment; and (v) hours of work in a compensatory-service work program. (b) Subject to Subsection 53-3-218(3), upon receiving the notification described in Subsection (10)(a), the division shall suspend the person's driving privilege in accordance with Subsection 53-3-221(2). (11) (a) A court that reported a conviction of a violation of Section 41-6a-502 to the Driver License Division may shorten the suspension or revocation period imposed under Subsection (1) before completion of the suspension or revocation period if the person: (i) is participating in or has successfully completed a 24-7 sobriety program as defined in Section 41-6a-515.5; (ii) (A) is participating in or has successfully completed a problem solving court program approved by the Judicial Council, including a driving under the influence court program, a drug court program, or a veterans treatment court program; and (B) has elected to become an interlock restricted driver as a condition of probation during the remainder of the person's suspension or revocation period in accordance with Section 41-6a-518; or (iii) has had their operator license suspended under Subsection (1)(a)(i), and the court does not have a problem solving court program approved by the Judicial Council or access to a 24-7 sobriety program as defined in Section 41-6a-515.5, if the person: (A) has installed an ignition interlock device in any vehicle owned or driven by the person in accordance with Section 53-3-1007; and (B) did not inflict bodily injury upon another as a proximate result of having operated the vehicle in a negligent manner. (b) If a court shortens a person's license suspension or revocation period in accordance with the requirements of this Subsection (11), the court shall forward the order shortening the person's suspension or revocation period to the Driver License Division in a manner specified by the division. (c) The court shall notify the Driver License Division, in a manner specified by the Driver License Division, if a person fails to complete or comply with a condition that allowed the court to shorten the person's license suspension or revocation period under Subsection (11)(a). (d) (i) (A) Upon receiving the notification described in Subsection (11)(c), for a first offense, the division shall suspend the person's driving privilege for a period of 120 days from the date of notice. (B) For a suspension described under Subsection (11)(d)(i)(A), no days shall be subtracted from the 120-day suspension period for which a driving privilege was previously suspended under this section or Section 53-3-223, if the previous suspension was based on the same occurrence upon which the conviction under Section 41-6a-502 is based. (ii) (A) Upon receiving the notification described in Subsection (11)(c), for a second or subsequent offense, the division shall revoke the person's driving privilege for a period of two years from the date of notice. (B) For a license revocation described in Subsection (11)(d)(ii)(A), no days shall be subtracted from the two-year revocation period for which a driving privilege was previously revoked under this section or Section 53-3-223, if the previous revocation was based on the same occurrence upon which the conviction under Section 41-6a-502 is based. (12) If a court designates a person as an interdicted person as provided in Section 41-6a-505, the court shall: (a) require the person to surrender the person's Utah identification card or Utah driver license; (b) notify the Driver License Division that the person is an interdicted person; and (c) provide the person's identification card or driver license to the Driver License Division.
Utah Code § 41-3-202.2 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-3 / § 41-3-202.2
§ 41-3-202.2. Provisional license.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section: (a) "Provisional license" means a provisional version of a particular class of standard license. (b) "Standard license" means a license that the administrator is authorized to issue under Section 41-3-202 for a class for which a principal place of business is required under Section 41-3-204. (2) The administrator may issue a provisional license for any class of standard license the administrator issues under Section 41-3-202. (3) A person may apply to the administrator for a provisional license using the same procedure described in this chapter and under other applicable state law for a standard license of the same class as the provisional license. (4) Subject to Subsection (5), the administrator shall grant a provisional license to an applicant who: (a) demonstrates that the applicant meets all of the qualifications described in this chapter and under other applicable state law for a standard license of the same class as the provisional license, except for the requirement that the applicant maintain a principal place of business as required by Section 41-3-204; (b) complies with procedures established by the administrator; and (c) pays a fee established by the administrator. (5) In addition to demonstrating the qualifications described in Subsection (4), an applicant for a provisional license shall: (a) submit to the administrator a site acquisition plan that describes the applicant's anticipated principal place of business; and (b) demonstrate that the applicant's site acquisition plan describes a principal place of business that would comply with the requirements described in this chapter and under other applicable state law for the principal place of business of a licensee with a standard license of the same class as the provisional license. (6) A provisional license does not allow a person to act as a licensee with a standard license. (7) Subject to Subsections (8) and (9), once a person with a provisional license demonstrates to the administrator that the person meets all of the qualifications under this chapter and under other applicable state law for a standard license of the same class as the provisional license, the administrator shall grant the person a standard license of the same class as the provisional license without requiring that the person: (a) submit an additional application; or (b) pay an additional fee. (8) (a) A provisional license is valid for three months. (b) The commission may extend the term of a provisional license for an additional three months at the commission's discretion. (9) The commission may create application procedures for a provisional license in accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act. (10) The commission may require and determine the amount of an application fee for a provisional license in compliance with Section 63J-1-504.
Utah Code § 41-1a-218 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-218
§ 41-1a-218. Notice of change of address.
Status: in_force

(1) If a person after making application for or obtaining a vehicle registration moves from the address named in the application, the person shall within 10 days of moving notify the division of his old and new addresses. (2) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-1a-1205 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-1205
§ 41-1a-1205. Disposition of driver education fee -- Expense appropriation.
Status: in_force

(1) The automobile driver education fee collected under Section 41-1a-1204 shall be placed to the credit of the Automobile Driver Education Tax Account within the Uniform School Fund. (2) The necessary expenses of the commission incurred in the administration and collection of the fee shall be paid from its legislative appropriation in the General Fund, which fund shall be reimbursed by a transfer for the expenses from the legislative appropriation of the Uniform School Fund.
Utah Code § 41-3-205.5 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-3 / § 41-3-205.5
§ 41-3-205.5. Licenses -- Criminal background check required on salesperson's licenses -- Payment of cost.
Status: in_force

(1) (a) Every applicant for a salesperson's license shall submit fingerprints with a completed application to the division. (b) An individual required to renew a salesperson license on or before June 30, 2010, shall submit fingerprints to the division on or before November 30, 2010. (2) The division shall submit fingerprints for each applicant described in Subsection (1) to the Bureau of Criminal Identification established in Section 53-10-201. (3) The Bureau of Criminal Identification shall: (a) check the information submitted by the division for an applicant under Subsection (2) against the applicable state and regional criminal records databases; and (b) release to the division all information obtained under Subsection (3)(a) relating to the applicant. (4) (a) The Bureau of Criminal Identification shall maintain a separate file of fingerprints submitted under Subsection (2) and notify the division when a new entry is made in the applicable state and regional database against an individual whose fingerprints are held in the file regarding any matter involving an arrest under state law involving: (i) motor vehicles; (ii) controlled substances; (iii) fraud; or (iv) an offense that would result in the individual being a sex offender under Subsection 53-29-202(2)(b) and required to register for the individual's lifetime under Subsection 53-29-203(1)(b). (b) Upon request by the division, the Bureau of Criminal Identification shall inform the division whether a person whose arrest was reported to the division under Subsection (4)(a) was subsequently convicted of the charge for which the person was arrested. (5) In addition to any fees imposed under this chapter, the division shall: (a) impose on individuals submitting fingerprints in accordance with this section the fees that the Bureau of Criminal Identification is authorized to collect for the services the Bureau of Criminal Identification provides under Subsections (3) and (4); and (b) remit the fees collected under Subsection (5)(a) to the Bureau of Criminal Identification. (6) The division shall use information received from the Bureau of Criminal Identification under this section to determine whether a license should be denied, suspended, or revoked under Section 41-3-209.
Utah Code § 41-6a-1602 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-1602
§ 41-6a-1602. Permit to operate vehicle in violation of equipment regulations.
Status: in_force

(1) The department may issue a permit which will allow temporary operation of a vehicle in violation of the provisions of this chapter or in violation of rules made by the department. (2) The permit shall be carried in the vehicle and shall be displayed upon demand of a magistrate or peace officer. (3) (a) The department may limit the time, manner, or duration of operation and may otherwise prescribe conditions of operation that are necessary to protect the safety of highway users or efficient movement of traffic. (b) Any conditions shall be stated on the permit and a person may not violate them. (4) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-1a-1321 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-1321
§ 41-1a-1321. Counterfeit airbags.
Status: in_force

(1) As used in this section: (a) "Airbag" means an inflatable passive restraint system component for occupants of motor vehicles which is part of an automobile supplemental restraint system that: (i) operates in the event of a crash; and (ii) meets applicable federal safety standards for the specific make, model, and year of the motor vehicle in which the airbag is installed. (b) "Counterfeit automobile supplemental restraint system component" means a replacement motor vehicle passive restraint system component, including an airbag, that displays an identical or substantially similar mark to the manufacturer's or supplier's genuine trademark without authorization. (c) "Nonfunctional airbag" means a replacement airbag that: (i) was previously deployed or damaged; (ii) may not be sold or leased under 49 U.S.C. Sec. 30120(j); (iii) has a fault that is detected by the vehicle diagnostic system after the installation procedure is completed; or (iv) includes any part or object installed in a motor vehicle to mislead the owner or operator of the motor vehicle into believing that a functional airbag has been installed. (d) "Person" includes the owner or lessee of a motor vehicle, a body shop, dealer, remanufacturer, salvage rebuilder, vehicle service maintenance facility, or an entity or individual engaged in the repair of motor vehicles or the replacement or repair of an airbag passive restraint system. (2) A person may not, with criminal negligence, manufacture, import, sell, offer for sale, install, or reinstall a counterfeit or nonfunctional airbag. (3) (a) Except as provided in Subsection (3)(b), a violation of Subsection (2) is a class A misdemeanor. (b) A violation of Subsection (2) is a second degree felony if the person causes: (i) serious injury, as defined in Section 76-1-101.5, to an individual; (ii) substantial injury, as defined in Section 76-1-101.5, to an individual; or (iii) the death of an individual.
Utah Code § 41-6a-1609 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-6a / § 41-6a-1609
§ 41-6a-1609. Lamps and reflectors on vehicles not otherwise specified -- Slow-moving vehicle identification emblems on animal-drawn vehicles.
Status: in_force

(1) An animal-drawn vehicle, a vehicle under Section 41-6a-1604, and a vehicle not specifically required by the provisions of other sections in this chapter to be equipped with lamps or other lighting devices, shall be equipped with lamps or other lighting devices if operated on a highway under the conditions specified under Subsection 41-6a-1603(1)(a) as follows: (a) at least one lamp displaying a white light visible from a distance of not less than 1,000 feet to the front of the vehicle; and (b) (i) two lamps displaying red light visible from a distance of not less than 1,000 feet to the rear of the vehicle; or (ii) one lamp displaying a red light visible from a distance of not less than 1,000 feet to the rear and two red reflectors visible from all distances of 600 to 100 feet to the rear when illuminated by the lawful lower beams of head lamps. (2) An animal-drawn vehicle shall at all times be equipped with a slow-moving vehicle identification emblem as provided under Section 41-6a-1608. (3) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-1a-229 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-1a / § 41-1a-229
§ 41-1a-229. Display of vehicle weight rating.
Status: in_force

(1) Each vehicle registered by gross vehicle weight rating and exceeding 14,000 pounds of gross vehicle weight rating shall have the gross vehicle weight rating for which it is registered painted, stenciled, or shown by decal upon both the left and right sides of the vehicle, in a conspicuous place, in letters of a reasonable size as determined by the commission. (2) If vehicles are registered in combination, the gross combined weight rating for which the combination of vehicles is registered shall be displayed upon the power unit. (3) A park model recreational vehicle is exempt from this section. (4) A violation of this section is an infraction.
Utah Code § 41-3-105 — Utah Code / Title 41 / Chapter 41-3 / § 41-3-105
§ 41-3-105. Administrator's powers and duties -- Administrator and investigators to be law enforcement officers.
Status: in_force

(1) The administrator may make rules to carry out the purposes of this chapter and Sections 41-1a-1001 through 41-1a-1006 according to the procedures and requirements of Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act. (2) (a) The administrator may employ clerks, deputies, and assistants necessary to discharge the duties under this chapter and may designate the duties of those clerks, deputies, and assistants. (b) The administrator, assistant administrator, and all investigators shall be law enforcement officers certified by peace officer standards and training as required by Section 53-13-103. (3) (a) The administrator may investigate any suspected or alleged violation of: (i) this chapter; (ii) Chapter 1a, Motor Vehicle Act; (iii) any law concerning motor vehicle fraud; or (iv) any rule made by the administrator. (b) The administrator may bring an action in the name of the state against any person to enjoin a violation found under Subsection (3)(a). (4) (a) The administrator may prescribe forms to be used for applications for licenses. (b) The administrator may require information from the applicant concerning the applicant's fitness to be licensed. (c) Each application for a license shall contain: (i) if the applicant is an individual, the name and residence address of the applicant and the trade name, if any, under which the applicant intends to conduct business; (ii) if the applicant is a partnership, the name and residence address of each partner, whether limited or general, and the name under which the partnership business will be conducted; (iii) if the applicant is a corporation, the name of the corporation, and the name and residence address of each of its principal officers and directors; (iv) a complete description of the principal place of business, including: (A) the municipality, with the street and number, if any; (B) if located outside of any municipality, a general description so that the location can be determined; and (C) any other places of business operated and maintained by the applicant in conjunction with the principal place of business; (v) if the application is for a new motor vehicle dealer's license, the name of each motor vehicle the applicant has been enfranchised to sell or exchange, the name and address of the manufacturer or distributor who has enfranchised the applicant, and the name and address of each individual who will act as a salesperson under authority of the license; (vi) at least five years of business history; (vii) the federal tax identification number issued to the dealer; (viii) the sales and use tax license number issued to the dealer under Title 59, Chapter 12, Sales and Use Tax Act; and (ix) if the application is for a direct-sale manufacturer's license: (A) the name of each line-make the applicant will sell, display for sale, or offer for sale or exchange; (B) the name and address of each individual who will act as a direct-sale manufacturer salesperson under authority of the license; (C) a complete description of the direct-sale manufacturer's authorized service center, including the address and any other place of business the applicant operates and maintains in conjunction with the authorized service center; (D) a sworn statement that the applicant complies with each qualification for a direct-sale manufacturer under this chapter; (E) a sworn statement that if at any time the applicant fails to comply with a qualification for a direct-sale manufacturer under this chapter, the applicant will inform the division in writing within 10 business days after the day on which the noncompliance occurs; and (F) an acknowledgment that if the applicant fails to comply with a qualification for a direct-sale manufacturer under this chapter, the administrator will deny, suspend, or revoke the applicant's direct-sale manufacturer license in accordance with Section 41-3-209. (5) The administrator may adopt a seal with the words "Motor Vehicle Enforcement Administrator, State of Utah," to authenticate the acts of the administrator's office. (6) (a) The administrator may require that a licensee erect or post signs or devices on the licensee's principal place of business and any other sites, equipment, or locations operated and maintained by the licensee in conjunction with the licensee's business. (b) The signs or devices shall state the licensee's name, principal place of business, type and number of licenses, and any other information that the administrator considers necessary to identify the licensee. (c) The administrator may make rules in accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, determining allowable size and shape of signs or devices, lettering and other details of signs or devices, and location of signs or devices. (7) The administrator, the officers and inspectors of the division designated by the commission, and peace officers shall: (a) make arrests upon view and without warrant for any violation committed in their presence of any of the provisions of this chapter, or Chapter 1a, Motor Vehicle Act; (b) when on duty, upon reasonable belief that a motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer is being operated in violation of any provision of Chapter 1a, Motor Vehicle Act, require the driver of the vehicle to stop, exhibit the person's driver license and the registration card issued for the vehicle, and submit to an inspection of the vehicle, the license plate, and registration card; (c) serve all warrants relating to the enforcement of the laws regulating the operation of motor vehicles, trailers, and semitrailers; (d) investigate traffic accidents and secure testimony of any witnesses or persons involved; and (e) investigate reported thefts of motor vehicles, trailers, and semitrailers. (8) The administrator shall provide security for an area within the commission designated as a secure area under Section 76-8-311.1. (9) The Office of the Attorney General shall provide prosecution of this chapter.