(1) There is created within the department the Driver License Division.

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Terms Used In Utah Code 53-3-103

  • Department: means the Department of Public Safety created in Section 53-1-103. See Utah Code 53-1-102
  • Director: means the division director appointed under Section 53-3-103. See Utah Code 53-3-102
  • Division: means the Driver License Division of the department created in Section 53-3-103. See Utah Code 53-3-102
  • driver: includes any person who is required to hold a CDL under Part 4, Uniform Commercial Driver License Act, or federal law. See Utah Code 53-3-102
  • License: means the privilege to drive a motor vehicle. See Utah Code 53-3-102
  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes a state, district, or territory of the United States. See Utah Code 68-3-12.5
(2) The division shall be administered by a director appointed by the commissioner with the approval of the governor.
(3) The director is the executive and administrative head of the division and shall be experienced in administration and possess additional qualifications as determined by the commissioner and as provided by law.
(4) The director acts under the supervision and control of the commissioner and may be removed from his position at the will of the commissioner.
(5) The director shall receive compensation as provided by Title 63A, Chapter 17, Utah State Personnel Management Act.