Utah § 41-27-101 - Definitions. (Effective 10/1/2026)

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§ 41-27-101. Definitions. (Effective 10/1/2026)

Effective 10/1/2026
41-27-101.  Definitions.
     As used in this chapter:
(1)"Commission" means the State Tax Commission.
(2)"Division" means the Motor Vehicle Division.
(3)"Novel vehicle" means a vehicle:
(a)that is not expressly exempt from registration; and
(b)
(i)that does not fit within a vehicle category;
(ii)with unique characteristics that make it unclear whether the vehicle fits within a vehicle category; or
(iii)that a reasonable person would not consider the vehicle to be clearly included in an existing vehicle category.
(4)"Vehicle" means a motor vehicle, combination of vehicles, trailer, semitrailer, classic vehicle, restored-modified vehicle, off-highway vehicle, vessel, or park model recreational vehicle.
(5)
(a)"Vehicle category" means a vehicle type:
(i)that is defined in this title or Title 73, Chapter 18, State Boating Act; and
(ii)for which registration is required under:
(A)this chapter;
(B)Chapter 1a, Motor Vehicle Act;
(C)Chapter 22, Off-highway Vehicles; or
(D)Title 73, Chapter 18, State Boating Act.
(b)"Vehicle category" does not include a novel vehicle.
(6)"VIN" means a vehicle identification number or a hull identification number.


Amended by Chapter 292, 2026 General Session

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

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