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Starting with offenses occurring on or after July 1, 2026, crime victims in Utah can request that their initials be used instead of their full name in publicly available criminal justice documents — such as charging documents and court filings — created by prosecutors, courts, law enforcement agencies, corrections agencies, and related entities. Agencies must still maintain victims' full identifying information and provide it when a court orders disclosure, and the privacy option does not apply to documents needed for protective orders, stalking injunctions, or Motor Vehicle Enforcement Division records. Crime victims who wish to shield their identity from public records gain a meaningful new tool to protect their privacy throughout the criminal justice process.