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Section 20.1 - Seizure of a vessel.

UT Code § 73-18-20.1 (2019) (N/A)
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(1) A peace officer, without a warrant, may seize and take possession of a vessel: (a) that is placed or being operated on the waters of this state with improper registration; (b) that the peace officer has reason to believe has been stolen; (c) on which any hull identification number or serial number for an engine or outboard motor has been defaced, altered, or obliterated; (d) that has been abandoned on public land, highways, or waters of this state; or (e) if the registration or title fees for the vessel or outboard motor have not been paid.

(a) that is placed or being operated on the waters of this state with improper registration;

(b) that the peace officer has reason to believe has been stolen;

(c) on which any hull identification number or serial number for an engine or outboard motor has been defaced, altered, or obliterated;

(d) that has been abandoned on public land, highways, or waters of this state; or

(e) if the registration or title fees for the vessel or outboard motor have not been paid.

(2) If necessary for the transportation of a seized vessel, the vessel's trailer may be seized to transport and store the vessel.

(3) Any peace officer seizing or taking possession of a vessel under this section shall comply with the provisions of Section 41-6a-1406.

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Section 20.1 - Seizure of a vessel.