Utah § 76-5-704 - Civil cause of action.

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§ 76-5-704. Civil cause of action.

Effective 5/4/2022
76-5-704.  Civil cause of action.
(1) An individual upon whom female genital mutilation was performed may bring a civil action in any court of competent jurisdiction for female genital mutilation any time within 10 years of:
(a) the procedure being performed; or
(b) the victim's 18th birthday.
(2) The court may award actual, compensatory, and punitive damages, and any other appropriate relief.
(3) A prevailing plaintiff shall be awarded attorney fees and costs.
(4) Treble damages may be awarded if the plaintiff proves the defendant's acts were willful and malicious.
(5) If a health care provider is charged and prosecuted for a violation of Section 76-5-702, Section 78B-3-416 may not apply to an action against the health care provider under this section.


Amended by Chapter 181, 2022 General Session

Source: official Utah text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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