Utah Facts
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Points of Interest
When RADAR, aircraft, or photo RADAR is used for speed enforcement, warning signs should be posted at state borders and at city limits.
Vehicles traveling in a left lane, upon the approach of an overtaking vehicle in the same lane, must give way and move to the right lane.
Speed Limits
Unless Otherwise Posted
Prima Facie
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| Urban | 25 mph |
| Rural | 55 mph |
| State highways | 65 mph |
| Four-lane highways | 65 mph |
| Interstates | 75 mph |
Speed Limits Enforcement Techniques
Enforced through use of:
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| Pacing | Yes |
| Radar | Yes |
| Vascar | Yes |
| Photo Radar | Yes |
| Aircraft | Yes |
| Laser | Yes |
Tickets
Tickets can be paid by mail or in person.
Trial By Declaration Allowed
No
Jury Trial Allowed
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| Speeding | Yes |
| Parking | Yes |
| Equipment | Yes |
| DWI | Yes |
Member of Nonresident Compact
Yes
Member of Driver License Compact
Yes
When and Where to File Accident Reports
Accidents involving death, personal injury, or property damage exceeding $1,000 must be reported within 10 days of completion of investigation to the Utah Department of Public Safety, Driver's License Division, 4501 South 2700 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84119.
Resident Insurance Requirements
Compulsory insurance law and financial responsibility law.
Security-type and future proof-type applicable in the event of an accident causing death, personal injury, or property damage exceeding $1,000.
Minimum limits: $25,000/50,000/15,000 and $3,000 medical.
Uninsured motorist insurance and no-fault insurance is required.
Regulations
- Open intoxicants are prohibited in the vehicle.
- The BAC level is .08%.
- Utah has an administrative license suspension law and an implied consent law. The breathalyzer refusal penalty is a 1-year driver's license revocation for first offense.
- Rifles, shotguns, and handguns must be unloaded and securely encased; unlicensed individuals may not carry readily accessible firearms in their vehicles.
- Soft studs on tires are permitted from October 15 to March 31.
- Tire chains are required when posted.
- Utah has a seat belt law with secondary enforcement for all front seat occupants.
- Utah has a mandatory child restraint law for passengers under 9 years of age. Children under age 2 must use approved car safety seats.
- Utah has a mandatory motorcycle helmet law for persons under 18 years of age.
- Registration and insurance card must be carried in the vehicle.
General Information
Telephone: 801/965-4518
Emergency Cellular Phone Number: 911 or 11