It is unlawful for any individual to knowingly operate the audiovisual recording function of any camcorder or similar device in a motion picture theater:
Attorney's Note
Under the Utah Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
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Terms Used In Utah Code 13-10b-201
Audiovisual recording function: means the capability of a device to record or transmit a motion picture or any part of the motion picture by means of any technology. See Utah Code 13-10b-102
Motion picture theater: means a movie theater, screening room, or other venue that is being utilized primarily for the exhibition of a motion picture at the time of the commission of an offense under Section 13-10b-201. See Utah Code 13-10b-102
(a)
while a motion picture is being exhibited; and
(b)
without the consent of the motion picture theater owner or operator.
(2)
(a)
A violation of this section is a class A misdemeanor.
(b)
A second or subsequent violation of this section is a third degree felony.
