{"id":376789,"date":"2016-04-04T10:48:13","date_gmt":"2016-04-04T15:48:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.findlaw-admin.com\/ability-law\/state\/utah-law\/utah-traffic-laws.html"},"modified":"2025-07-07T09:24:03","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T14:24:03","slug":"utah-traffic-laws","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/utah-law\/utah-traffic-laws.html","title":{"rendered":"Utah Traffic Laws"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 fl-sectionWithSidebar fl-container fl-flex fl-flex-wrap fl-gap30\">\n    \n    <div class=\"fl-page-articles fl-section-main fl-section-main-full-width\">\n        <h1 class=\"fl-no-margin-top\">Utah Traffic Laws<\/h1>\n<section class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline\">\n    <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-content\">\n                    By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/natalie-moritz\/\">Natalie Moritz<\/a> | Legally reviewed by <a\n                href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/amber-sheppard-esq\/\">Amber Sheppard, Esq.<\/a>\n                | Last updated\n        <time>\n                            July 07, 2025\n                    <\/time>\n    <\/div>\n\n    \n    <details class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle fl-gutenberg-byline-legally-reviewed\">\n        <summary>\n            <i class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            Legally Reviewed\n        <\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle-content\">\n            <p><em>This article has been written and reviewed for legal accuracy, clarity, and style by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team.html\">FindLaw\u2019s team of legal writers and attorneys<\/a> and in accordance with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/company-history\/editorial-policy.html\">our editorial standards<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n    <details class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle fl-gutenberg-byline-fast-checked\">\n        <summary>\n            <i class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            Fact-Checked\n        <\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle-content\">\n            <p><em>The last updated date refers to the last time this article was reviewed by FindLaw or one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/contributing-authors.html\">contributing authors<\/a>. We make every effort to keep our articles updated. For information regarding a specific legal issue affecting you, please <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/?fli=bylinelink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact an attorney in your area<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n<\/section>\n<p>Driving a vehicle is a serious responsibility. Understanding Utah&#8217;s traffic laws can protect you, your passengers, other motorists, and pedestrians. It can also help you avoid a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/traffic\/traffic-tickets.html\">traffic citation<\/a>&nbsp;from law enforcement. New and experienced drivers can benefit from staying informed on driving laws.<\/p>\r\n<p>This article covers common Utah driving violations and traffic offenses.<\/p>\r\n<p>Use the Utah Motor Vehicle Code and driver handbook below for the most comprehensive traffic law information:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Utah Code, Title 41.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ut\/title-41-motor-vehicles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Motor Vehicles<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dld.utah.gov\/handbooksprintableforms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Utah Driver Handbooks<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>The table at the end of this page links to specific Utah statutes for common driving violations and serious traffic offenses, including:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Basic driving rules, like how to yield right-of-way, one-way streets, left turns, and U-turns<\/li>\r\n<li>Speed limits for varying roads, state highways, and residential areas<\/li>\r\n<li>Driver&#8217;s license issuance, suspension, and revocation<\/li>\r\n<li>Crossing paths and yielding to emergency vehicles and school buses<\/li>\r\n<li>Restrictions on texting, dialing a phone number, or using other wireless devices while driving<\/li>\r\n<li>Traffic-control signals like stop signs, yield signs, crosswalks, and stop lights<\/li>\r\n<li>Unlawful vehicle modifications to engines, lighting, exhaust systems, mufflers, headlights, and more<\/li>\r\n<li>Rules for safety belts and child restraints<\/li>\r\n<li>Other traffic codes<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>Use the linked material to learn more about each topic.<\/p>\r\n<h2>Resources for Utah Motorists<\/h2>\r\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dmv.utah.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Utah Department of Motor Vehicles<\/a>&nbsp;(DMV) oversees:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Driver licensing<\/li>\r\n<li>Vehicle registration<\/li>\r\n<li>Vehicle titles<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>Find the state&#8217;s points system information on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dld.utah.gov\/utah-point-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Utah Department of Public Safety<\/a>&nbsp;website.<\/p>\r\n<p>Drivers can find defensive driving courses and other traffic safety training through the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.utahsafetycouncil.org\/content\/Defensive-Driving.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Utah Safety Council<\/a>. Register for classes in Salt Lake City and across the state. Some trainings are also available online.<\/p>\r\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/highwaypatrol.utah.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Utah Highway Patrol<\/a>&nbsp;website allows Utah drivers to:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Purchase a crash report<\/li>\r\n<li>Coordinate a vehicle safety inspection (although not required for most Utah vehicles)<\/li>\r\n<li>Find&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/udps.numetric.net\/utah-crash-summary#\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">crash summaries and statistics<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>Table of Common Utah Traffic Violations and Statutes<\/h2>\r\n<p>Use the links below to define common Utah traffic violations, provisions, and penalties.<\/p>\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Drinking and driving violations<\/th>\r\n<td><a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-6a-502\" href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ut\/title-41-motor-vehicles\/ut-code-sect-41-6a-502\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Driving under the influence<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Section 41-6a-502)<br>\r\n<a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-6a-503\" href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ut\/title-41-motor-vehicles\/ut-code-sect-41-6a-503.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Penalties for driving under the influence violations<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Section 41-6a-503)<br>\r\n<a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-6a-505\" href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ut\/title-41-motor-vehicles\/ut-code-sect-41-6a-505.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sentencing requirements for driving under the influence<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Section 41-6a-505)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Driving without a license\/with a suspended license<\/th>\r\n<td><a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-12a-603\" href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ut\/title-41-motor-vehicles\/ut-code-sect-41-12a-603.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Operating motor vehicle without license or registration<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Section 41-12a-603)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Driving without insurance with insufficient insurance<\/th>\r\n<td><a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-12a-302\" href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ut\/title-41-motor-vehicles\/ut-code-sect-41-12a-302.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Operating motor vehicle without owner&#8217;s or operator&#8217;s security \u2014 Penalty<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Section 41-12a-302)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Driving without registration\/with expired registration<\/th>\r\n<td><a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-1a-214\" href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ut\/title-41-motor-vehicles\/ut-code-sect-41-1a-214.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Registration card to be signed, carried, and exhibited<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Section 41-1a-214)<br>\r\n<a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-12a-603\" href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ut\/title-41-motor-vehicles\/ut-code-sect-41-12a-603.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Operating motor vehicle without license or registration<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Section 41-12a-603)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Illegal U-turn<\/th>\r\n<td><a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-6a-802\" href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ut\/title-41-motor-vehicles\/ut-code-sect-41-6a-802.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Turning around \u2014 Where prohibited \u2014 Visibility<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Section 41-6a-802)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Responsibility of driver after accident<\/th>\r\n<td><a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-6a-401\" href=\"https:\/\/le.utah.gov\/xcode\/Title41\/Chapter6A\/41-6a-P4.html?v=C41-6a-P4_1800010118000101\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Accidents responsibilities<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Title 41, Chapter 6a, Part 4)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Vehicle equipment: mechanical violations and unlawful modifications<\/th>\r\n<td><a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-6a-1601\" href=\"https:\/\/le.utah.gov\/xcode\/Title41\/Chapter6A\/41-6a-P16.html?v=C41-6a-P16_1800010118000101\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vehicle equipment<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Title 41, Chapter 6a, Part 16)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Reckless driving<\/th>\r\n<td><a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-6a-528\" href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ut\/title-41-motor-vehicles\/ut-code-sect-41-6a-528.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reckless driving \u2014 penalty<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Section 41-6a-528)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Running a red light\/stop sign<\/th>\r\n<td><a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-6a-304\" href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ut\/title-41-motor-vehicles\/ut-code-sect-41-6a-304.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Obeying devices<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Section 41-6a-304)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Seat belt\/child restraint violations<\/th>\r\n<td><a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-6a-1803\" href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ut\/title-41-motor-vehicles\/ut-code-sect-41-6a-1803\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Driver and passengers \u2014 Seat belt or child restraint device required<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Section 41-6a-1803)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Speeding<\/th>\r\n<td><a title=\"Utah Code Section 41-6a-601\" href=\"https:\/\/le.utah.gov\/xcode\/Title41\/Chapter6A\/41-6a-P6.html?v=C41-6a-P6_1800010118000101\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Speed restrictions<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Section 41, Chapter 6a, Part 6)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Traffic control devices<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/le.utah.gov\/xcode\/Title41\/Chapter6A\/41-6a-P3.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Traffic-control devices<\/a>&nbsp;(UT Code, Title 41, Chapter 6a, Part 3)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n<p><i>Note:&nbsp;State laws are always subject to change through the passage of new legislation, rulings in the higher courts (including federal decisions), ballot initiatives, and other means. While we strive to provide the most current information available, please consult an attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify the state law(s) you are researching.<\/i><\/p>\r\n<h2>Facing a Utah Traffic Violation? Legal Help is Available<\/h2>\r\n<p>A simple traffic infraction can affect your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/traffic\/traffic-tickets\/the-traffic-ticket-points-system.html\">driving record<\/a>&nbsp;and increase your auto insurance rates. Some serious traffic offenses (like leaving the scene of an accident or DUI) are Class C misdemeanors or Class B misdemeanors with even more significant consequences.<\/p>\r\n<p>An attorney can help you explore your options, including fighting your ticket in traffic court. An attorney can also represent your best interests if you are facing a more&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/traffic\/traffic-tickets\/misdemeanor-amp-felony-traffic-offenses.html\">serious traffic charge<\/a>. Legal help can reduce the impact of a traffic offense and help you get a more favorable outcome.<\/p>\r\n<p>Contact a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/traffic-violations\/utah?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">local Utah traffic law attorney<\/a>&nbsp;to learn how they can support you.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"was-this-helpful\">\n    <div\n            class=\"was-this-helpful__question-container\"\n            aria-labelledby=\"was-this-helpful__question\"\n            role=\"group\"\n    >\n        <span\n                id=\"was-this-helpful__question\"\n                class=\"was-this-helpful__question fl-text-lg-bold\"\n        >Was this helpful?<\/span>\n        <button\n                class=\"was-this-helpful__button fl-text-sm\"\n                aria-label=\"Yes\"\n                value=\"yes\"\n        >\n            <span class=\"was-this-helpful__button-text fl-text-bold\">Yes<\/span>\n            <i class=\"was-this-helpful__button-icon\">\n           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