Utah Statutes

§ 77-7-16 — Authority of peace officer to frisk suspect for dangerous weapon -- Grounds.

Utah § 77-7-16
JurisdictionUtah
Title 77Utah Code of Criminal Procedure
Ch. 77-7Arrest, by Whom, and How Made

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Utah Code Ann. § 77-7-16 (2026).

Text

A peace officer who has stopped a person temporarily for questioning may frisk the person for a dangerous weapon if the peace officer reasonably believes the peace officer or any other person is in danger.

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Legislative History

Amended by Chapter 302, 2025 General Session

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