Full text of Utah Utah Code § 7a-103 — Definitions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7a-103. Definitions.
Effective 5/10/2016 77-7a-103.
Definitions.
(1)
(a)
"Body-worn camera" means a video recording device that is carried by, or worn on the body of, a law enforcement officer and that is capable of recording the operations of the officer.
(b)
"Body-worn camera" does not include a dashboard mounted camera or a camera intended to record clandestine investigation activities.
(2)
"Law enforcement agency" means any public agency having general police power and charged with making arrests in connection with enforcement of the criminal statutes and ordinances of this state or any political subdivision.
(3)
"Law enforcement encounter" means:
(a)
an enforcement stop;
(b)
a dispatched call;
(c)
a field interrogation or interview;
(d)
use of force;
(e)
execution of a warrant;
(f)
a traffic stop, including:
(i)
a traffic violation;
(ii)
stranded motorist assistance; and
(iii)
any crime interdiction stop; or
(g)
any other contact that becomes adversarial after the initial contact in a situation that would not otherwise require recording.
Section 7a-103 ("Definitions.") is part of the Utah Code, the codified statutory law of Utah. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Utah § 7a-103?
A common citation format is "Utah Code § 7a-103" (Utah). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Utah law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Utah official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Utah attorney.
How does Utah § 7a-103 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Utah can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
