Utah Code 17-22-28. Maintaining order — Imposing restitution
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(1) If a prisoner commits an act of violence against another person, attempts to damage jail property, attempts to escape, or refuses to obey a lawful order and reasonable command, an officer or other employee of the jail may use all reasonable means under the circumstances, including the use of a weapon, to defend himself, defend another, protect jail property, prevent escape, or enforce compliance with a lawful order and reasonable command.
Terms Used In Utah Code 17-22-28
- Person: means :(24)(a) an individual;(24)(b) an association;(24)(c) an institution;(24)(d) a corporation;(24)(e) a company;(24)(f) a trust;(24)(g) a limited liability company;(24)(h) a partnership;(24)(i) a political subdivision;(24)(j) a government office, department, division, bureau, or other body of government; and(24)(k) any other organization or entity. See Utah Code 68-3-12.5
- Property: includes both real and personal property. See Utah Code 68-3-12.5
- Restitution: The court-ordered payment of money by the defendant to the victim for damages caused by the criminal action.
(2) A jail may request restitution from a prisoner for damaging jail property as part of an administrative disciplinary hearing. To enforce restitution, a jail may withdraw money from or place a hold on a prisoner’s account.