Utah Code 73-18-20.1. Seizure of a vessel
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(1) A peace officer, without a warrant, may seize and take possession of a vessel:
Terms Used In Utah Code 73-18-20.1
- Land: includes :(18)(a) land;(18)(b) a tenement;(18)(c) a hereditament;(18)(d) a water right;(18)(e) a possessory right; and(18)(f) a claim. See Utah Code 68-3-12.5
- 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
- Vessel: means every type of watercraft, other than a seaplane on the water, used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water. See Utah Code 73-18-2
- Waters of this state: means any waters within the territorial limits of this state. See Utah Code 73-18-2
(1)(a) that is placed or being operated on the waters of this state with improper registration;
(1)(b) that the peace officer has reason to believe has been stolen;
(1)(c) on which any hull identification number or serial number for an engine or outboard motor has been defaced, altered, or obliterated;
(1)(d) that has been abandoned on public land, highways, or waters of this state; or
(1)(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 .