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In addition to the provisions of Title 53, Chapter 3, Uniform Driver License Act, a person younger than 17 years of age, whether resident or nonresident of this state, may not operate a motor vehicle upon any highway of this state between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. |
Terms Used In Utah Code 41-8-2
(2) |
It is an affirmative defense to a charge under Subsection (1) that the person is operating a motor vehicle:
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accompanied by a licensed driver at least 21 years of age who is occupying a seat next to the driver; |
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for the driver’s employment, including the trip to and from the driver’s residence and the driver’s employment; |
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directly to the driver’s residence from a school-sponsored activity if:
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transportation to the activity is provided by a school or school district; and |
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the transportation under Subsection (2)(c)(i) commences from and returns to the school property where the driver is enrolled; |
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on assignment of a farmer or rancher and the driver is engaged in an agricultural operation; or |
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(3) |
(b) |
A peace officer may not seize or impound a vehicle if:
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the operator of the vehicle is cited for a violation of this section; and |
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Amended by Chapter 412, 2015 General Session