Utah § 5a-401 - Definitions.

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§ 5a-401. Definitions.

Effective 5/7/2025
53-5a-401.  Definitions.
     As used in this part:
(1)"Firearm" means a device from which is expelled a projectile by action of an explosive.
(2)"Firearm accessory" means an item that is used in conjunction with or mounted upon a firearm, firearm action, or firearm receiver but is not essential to the basic function of a firearm, including:
(a)a telescopic or laser sight;
(b)a magazine;
(c)a flash or sound suppressor;
(d)a folding or aftermarket stock or grip;
(e)a speed-loader;
(f)an ammunition carrier; and
(g)a light for target illumination.
(3)"Generic and insignificant parts:"
(a)means parts that have other manufacturing or consumer product applications; and
(b)includes:
(i)springs;
(ii)screws;
(iii)nuts; and
(iv)pins.
(4)"Manufactured" means creating a firearm, a firearm action or receiver, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from basic materials for functional usefulness, including:
(a)forging;
(b)casting;
(c)machining; and
(d)another process for working materials.


Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 208, 2025 General Session

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