Utah § 31b-308 - Exemptions from licensure.

Full text of Utah Utah Code § 31b-308 — Exemptions from licensure., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 31b-308. Exemptions from licensure.

Effective 5/14/2019
58-31b-308.  Exemptions from licensure.
(1) In addition to the exemptions from licensure in Section 58-1-307, the following persons may engage in acts included within the definition of the practice of nursing, subject to the stated circumstances and limitations, without being licensed under this chapter:
(a) friends, family members, foster parents, or legal guardians of a patient performing gratuitous nursing care for the patient;
(b) persons providing care in a medical emergency;
(c) persons engaged in the practice of religious tenets of a church or religious denomination; and
(d) after July 1, 2000, a person licensed to practice nursing by a jurisdiction that has joined the Nurse Licensure Compact - Revised to the extent permitted by Section 58-31e-102.
(2) Notwithstanding Subsection (1)(d), the division may, in accordance with Section 58-31e-102, limit or revoke practice privileges in this state of a person licensed to practice nursing by a jurisdiction that has joined the Nurse Licensing Compact.


Amended by Chapter 136, 2019 General Session

Related Utah Legal Topics

Frequently Asked Questions About Utah § 31b-308

What does Utah Code § 31b-308 cover?

Section 31b-308 ("Exemptions from licensure.") 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 § 31b-308?

A common citation format is "Utah Code § 31b-308" (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 § 31b-308 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.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Utah.