Utah § 6a-702 - Left lane restrictions -- Exceptions -- Other lane restrictions -- Penalties.
Full text of Utah Utah Code § 6a-702 — Left lane restrictions -- Exceptions -- Other lane restrictions -- Penalties., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6a-702. Left lane restrictions -- Exceptions -- Other lane restrictions -- Penalties.
Effective 5/6/2026 41-6a-702.
Left lane restrictions -- Exceptions -- Other lane restrictions -- Penalties.
(1)
As used in this section and Section 41-6a-704, "general purpose lane" means a highway lane open to vehicular traffic but does not include a designated:
(a)
high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane; or
(b)
auxiliary lane that begins as a freeway on-ramp and ends as part of the next freeway off-ramp.
(2)
On a freeway or section of a freeway which has three or more general purpose lanes in the same direction, a person may not operate a vehicle in the left most general purpose lane if the person's vehicle or combination of vehicles has a gross vehicle weight rating of 18,001 or more pounds.
(3)
Subsection (2) does not apply to a person operating a vehicle who is:
(a)
preparing to turn left or taking a different highway split or an exit on the left;
(b)
responding to emergency conditions;
(c)
avoiding actual or potential traffic moving onto the highway from an acceleration or merging lane; or
(d)
following direction signs that direct use of a designated lane.
(4)
(a)
A highway authority may designate a specific lane or lanes of travel for any type of vehicle on a highway or portion of a highway under its jurisdiction for the:
(i)
safety of the public;
(ii)
efficient maintenance of a highway; or
(iii)
use of high occupancy vehicles.
(b)
The lane designation under Subsection (4)(a) is effective when appropriate signs or roadway markings giving notice are erected on the highway or portion of the highway.
(5)
A public transportation vehicle may operate in a lane designated under Subsection (4)(a)(iii) regardless of the number of occupants as permitted by federal law and regulation.
(6)
A person who operates a vehicle in violation of Subsection (2) or in violation of the restrictions made under Subsection (4) is guilty of an infraction.
Section 6a-702 ("Left lane restrictions -- Exceptions -- Other lane restrictions -- Penalties.") 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 § 6a-702?
A common citation format is "Utah Code § 6a-702" (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 § 6a-702 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.
