Utah § 76-6-412.1 Civil remedy for animal theft.

Utah Statutes

§ 76-6-412.1 — Civil remedy for animal theft.

Utah § 76-6-412.1

Title 76Utah Criminal Code

Ch. 76-6Offenses Against Property

Part 76-6-4Theft

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Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-412.1 (2026).

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In addition to a criminal penalty under this chapter, an actor who commits theft of a stallion, mare, colt, gelding, cow, heifer, steer, ox, bull, calf, sheep, goat, mule, jack, jenny, swine, poultry, a fur-bearing animal raised for commercial purposes, or a livestock guardian dog, is civilly liable for three times the amount of actual damages, if any sustained by the plaintiff, and for costs of suit and reasonable attorney fees.

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In addition to a criminal penalty under this chapter, an actor who commits theft of a stallion, mare, colt, gelding, cow, heifer, steer, ox, bull, calf, sheep, goat, mule, jack, jenny, swine, poultry, a fur-bearing animal raised for commercial purposes, or a livestock guardian dog, is civilly liable for three times the amount of actual damages, if any sustained by the plaintiff, and for costs of suit and reasonable attorney fees.