Utah § 41-22-12.7 - Enhanced penalties for unlawful motor vehicle use on public or private property.
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§ 41-22-12.7. Enhanced penalties for unlawful motor vehicle use on public or private property.
Effective 5/12/2015 41-22-12.7.
Enhanced penalties for unlawful motor vehicle use on public or private property.
(1)
A person is guilty of a class C misdemeanor for unlawful cross-country use of a motor vehicle on public land or unlawful motor vehicle use on private property if the person:
damages vegetation, trees, wetlands, riparian areas, fences, structures, or improvements; or
(B)
harasses wildlife or livestock.
(2)
As part of any sentence for a conviction of a violation described in Subsection (1), the court may:
(a)
impose a fine not to exceed $300;
(b)
require the person to pay restitution not to exceed $1,000 for damage caused by the unlawful motor vehicle use; and
(c)
require the person to perform community service in the form of repairing any damage to the public land caused by the unlawful motor vehicle use.
(3)
As part of any sentence for a conviction described in Subsection (1) that is within five years of a prior conviction described in Subsection (1), the court may:
(a)
impose a fine not to exceed $1,000;
(b)
require the person to pay restitution not to exceed $2,000 for damage caused by the unlawful motor vehicle use; and
(c)
require the person to perform community service in the form of repairing any damage caused by the unlawful motor vehicle use.
Frequently Asked Questions About Utah § 41-22-12.7
What does Utah Code § 41-22-12.7 cover?
Section 41-22-12.7 ("Enhanced penalties for unlawful motor vehicle use on public or private property.") 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 § 41-22-12.7?
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Is this the official text of Utah law?
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How does Utah § 41-22-12.7 apply to my situation?
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