(1)  Except as provided in Section 11-61-103 and Subsection (2), a political subdivision may not prohibit a political activity, including signature gathering or petition circulation, on public grounds.

Terms Used In Utah Code 11-61-105

  • Political subdivision: means a county, city, town, or metro township. See Utah Code 11-61-102
  • Public building: means a building or permanent structure that is:
(i) owned, leased, or occupied by a political subdivision or a subunit of a political subdivision;
(ii) open to public access in whole or in part; and
(iii) used for public education or political subdivision activities. See Utah Code 11-61-102
  • Public grounds: includes sidewalks, streets, and parks. See Utah Code 11-61-102
  • Signature: includes a name, mark, or sign written with the intent to authenticate an instrument or writing. See Utah Code 68-3-12.5
  • (2)  A political subdivision may impose a time, place, and manner restriction on political activities outside a public building in accordance with Section 11-61-104.

    Enacted by Chapter 188, 2018 General Session

    Technically renumbered for proper placement.