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SB0262S03 (Substitute)
Law Enforcement Usage of Unmarked Vehicles
Introduction
Feb 6
Senate Rules
Senate Committee
Feb 20
Senate 2nd Reading
Feb 27
Senate 3rd Reading
Mar 3
House Rules
House Committee
House Floor Vote
Governor
This bill prohibits a law enforcement agency from using an unmarked law enforcement vehicle for certain purposes.
This bill:
AI-generated summary. We recommend consulting the bill text for important decisions.
Starting in May 2026, Utah law enforcement agencies are prohibited from using unmarked vehicles — those without markings visible from at least 25 feet away on both sides — for routine traffic infraction patrols. Exceptions allow unmarked vehicles for targeted public safety operations such as DUI enforcement, construction zone and school zone speed enforcement, crosswalk enforcement, and stopped school bus violations, as well as for assignments responding to a specific documented community traffic issue.
Current version: SB0262S03 (Substitute)
Introduction
Feb 6
Senate Rules
Senate Committee
Feb 20
Senate 2nd Reading
Feb 27
Senate 3rd Reading
Mar 3
House Rules
House Committee
House Floor Vote
Governor
IntroductionFeb 6
Senate Rules
Senate CommitteeFeb 20
Senate 2nd ReadingFeb 27
Senate 3rd ReadingMar 3
House Rules
House Committee
House Floor Vote
Governor
This bill prohibits a law enforcement agency from using an unmarked law enforcement vehicle for certain purposes.
This bill:
AI-generated summary. We recommend consulting the bill text for important decisions.
Starting in May 2026, Utah law enforcement agencies are prohibited from using unmarked vehicles — those without markings visible from at least 25 feet away on both sides — for routine traffic infraction patrols. Exceptions allow unmarked vehicles for targeted public safety operations such as DUI enforcement, construction zone and school zone speed enforcement, crosswalk enforcement, and stopped school bus violations, as well as for assignments responding to a specific documented community traffic issue.
Motion: Favorable Recommendation
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Senate Secretary
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Senate Secretary
Last updated Mar 26, 2026, 9:45 PM
