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UT Code. 76-9-408. Unlawful installation of a tracking device.

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Utah Code - 76-9-408.

Unlawful installation of a tracking device.

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76-9-408 Unlawful installation of a tracking device. Effective 5/14/2019.

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Motor vehicle” means the same as that term is defined in Subsection 41-12a-103(4) [2].

(b) “Private investigator” means an individual who is:

(i) licensed as a private investigator under Title 53, Chapter 9, Private Investigator Regulation Act [3]; and

(ii) acting in the capacity of a private investigator.

(c) “Protective order” means a protective order, stalking injunction, or restraining order issued by a court of any jurisdiction.

(d)(i) “Tracking device” means a device used for the primary purpose of revealing the device’s location or movement by the transmission or recording of an electronic signal.

(ii) “Tracking device” does not include location technology installed on a vehicle by the vehicle manufacturer or a commercial vehicle dealer that transmits electronic signals for the purpose of data collection, if the data collection is anonymized.

(2) Except as provided in Subsection (3), a person is guilty of unlawful installation of a tracking device if the person knowingly installs, or directs another to install, a tracking device on a motor vehicle owned or leased by another person, without the permission of the owner or lessee of the vehicle.

(3) A person is not guilty of unlawful installation of a tracking device if the person:

(a)(i) is a licensed private investigator installing the tracking device for a legitimate business purpose; and

(ii) installs the tracking device on a motor vehicle that is not:

(A) owned or leased by an individual under the protection of a protective order; or

(B) operated by an individual under the protection of a protective order who resides with, or is an immediate family member of, the owner or lessee of the motor vehicle; or

(b) installs the tracking device pursuant to a court order.(4) Unlawful installation of a tracking device is a class A misdemeanor.

(5) This section does not apply to a peace officer, acting in the peace officer’s official capacity, who installs a tracking device on a motor vehicle in the course of a criminal investigation or pursuant to a court order.

(6) Before installing a tracking device on a motor vehicle under Subsection (3), a private investigator shall request confirmation from a state entity with access to updated protective order records, that:

(a) the owner or lessee of the vehicle is not under the protection of a protective order; and

(b) an individual who resides with, or is an immediate family member of, the owner or lessee of the motor vehicle is not under the protection of a protective order.

(7) On request from a licensed private investigator, a state entity, including a law enforcement agency, with access to protective order records shall confirm or deny the existence of a protective order, disclosing only whether an individual named by the private investigator is under the protection of a protective order issued in any jurisdiction.

(8) A private investigator may not disclose the information obtained under Subsection (7) to any person, except as permitted by law.

(9) On request from the Bureau of Criminal Identification, a private investigator who installs a tracking device on a motor vehicle shall disclose the purpose of the tracking device to the Bureau of Criminal Identification.

(Enacted by Chapter 372, 2019 General Session)

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UT Code. 53-3-109. Records Access.

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Utah Code - 53-3-109.
Records Access.

53-3-109 Records — Access — Fees — Rulemaking.

(1)(a) Except as provided in this section, all records of the division shall be classified and disclosed in accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 2, Government Records Access and Management Act [4].

(b) The division may only disclose personal identifying information:

(i) when the division determines it is in the interest of the public safety to disclose the information; and

(ii) in accordance with the federal Driver’s Privacy Protection Act of 1994, 18 U.S.C. Chapter 123 [5].

(c) The division may disclose personal identifying information:

(i) to a licensed private investigator holding a valid agency license, with a legitimate business need; (emphasis added)

(ii) to an insurer, insurance support organization, or a self-insured entity, or its agents, employees, or contractors that issues any motor vehicle insurance under Title 31A, Chapter 22, Part 3, Motor Vehicle Insurance, for use in connection with claims investigation activities, antifraud activities, rating, or underwriting for any person issued a license certificate under this chapter; or

(iii) to a depository institution as defined in Section 7-1-103 [6] for use in accordance with the federal Driver’s Privacy Protection Act of 1994, 18 U.S.C. Chapter 123 [5].

(2) (a) A person who receives personal identifying information shall be advised by the division that the person may not:

(i) disclose the personal identifying information from that record to any other person; or

(ii) use the personal identifying information from that record for advertising or solicitation purposes.

(b) Any use of personal identifying information by an insurer or insurance support organization, or by a self-insured entity or its agents, employees, or contractors not authorized by Subsection (1)(c)(ii) is:

(i) an unfair marketing practice under Section 31A-23a-402 [7]; or

(ii) an unfair claim settlement practice under Subsection 31A-26-303(3) [8].

(3)(a) Notwithstanding the provisions of Subsection (1)(b), the division or its designee may disclose portions of a driving record, in accordance with this Subsection (3), to:

(i) an insurer as defined under Section 31A-1-301 [9], or a designee of an insurer, for purposes of assessing driving risk on the insurer’s current motor vehicle insurance policyholders;

(ii) an employer or a designee of an employer, for purposes of monitoring the driving record and status of current employees who drive as a responsibility of the employee’s employment if the requester demonstrates that the requester has obtained the written consent of the individual to whom the information pertains; and

(iii) an employer or the employer’s agents to obtain or verify information relating to a holder of a commercial driver license that is required under 49 U.S.C. Chapter 313 [10].

(b) A disclosure under Subsection (3)(a)(i) shall:

(i) include the licensed driver’s name, driver license number, date of birth, and an indication of whether the driver has had a moving traffic violation that is a reportable violation, as defined under Section 53-3-102 [11] during the previous month;

(ii) be limited to the records of drivers who, at the time of the disclosure, are covered under a motor vehicle insurance policy of the insurer; and

(iii) be made under a contract with the insurer or a designee of an insurer.

(c) A disclosure under Subsection (3)(a)(ii) or (iii) shall:

(i) include the licensed driver’s name, driver license number, date of birth, and an indication of whether the driver has had a moving traffic violation that is a reportable violation, as defined under Section 53-3-102 [11], during the previous month;

(ii) be limited to the records of a current employee of an employer;

(iii) be made under a contract with the employer or a designee of an employer; and

(iv) include an indication of whether the driver has had a change reflected in the driver’s:

(A) driving status;

(B) license class;

(C) medical self-certification status; or

(D) medical examiner’s certificate under 49 C.F.R. Sec. 391.45 [12].

(d) The contract under Subsection (3)(b)(iii) or (c)(iii) shall specify:

(i) the criteria for searching and compiling the driving records being requested;

(ii) the frequency of the disclosures;

(iii) the format of the disclosures, which may be in bulk electronic form; and

(iv) a reasonable charge for the driving record disclosures under this Subsection (3).

(4) The division may charge fees:

(a) in accordance with Section 53-3-105 [13] for searching and compiling its files or furnishing a report on the driving record of a person;

(b) for each document prepared under the seal of the division and deliver upon request, a certified copy of any record of the division, and charge a fee set in accordance with Section 63J-1-504 [14] for each document authenticated; and

(c) established in accordance with the procedures and requirements of Section 63J-1-504 [14]for disclosing personal identifying information under Subsection (1)(c).

(5) Each certified copy of a driving record furnished in accordance with this section is admissible in any court proceeding in the same manner as the original.

(6)(a) A driving record furnished under this section may only report on the driving record of a person for a period of 10 years.

(b) Subsection (6)(a) does not apply to court or law enforcement reports, reports of commercial driver license violations, or reports for commercial driver license holders.

(7) In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act [15], the division may make rules to designate:

(a) what information shall be included in a report on the driving record of a person;

(b) the form of a report or copy of the report which may include electronic format;

(c) the form of a certified copy, as required under Section 53-3-216 [16], which may include electronic format;

(d) the form of a signature required under this chapter which may include electronic format;

(e) the form of written request to the division required under this chapter which may include electronic format;

(f) the procedures, requirements, and formats for disclosing personal identifying information under Subsection (1)(c); and

(g) the procedures, requirements, and formats necessary for the implementation of Subsection (3).

(8)(a) It is a class B misdemeanor for a person to knowingly or intentionally access, use, disclose, or disseminate a record created or maintained by the division or any information contained in a record created or maintained by the division for a purpose prohibited or not permitted by statute, rule, regulation, or policy of a governmental entity.

(b) A person who discovers or becomes aware of any unauthorized use of records created or maintained by the division shall inform the commissioner and the division director of the unauthorized use.

(Amended by Chapter 417, 2018 General Session)

 

UT Code. 41-6a-404. Accident Reports.

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Utah Code - 41-6a-404.
Accident Reports.

41-6a-404 Accident reports — When confidential — Insurance policy information — Use as evidence — Penalty for false information.

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Accompanying data” means all materials gathered by the investigating peace officer in an accident investigation including:

(i) the identity of witnesses and, if known, contact information;

(ii) witness statements;

(iii) photographs and videotapes;

(iv) diagrams; and

(v) field notes.

(b) “Agent” means:

(i) a person’s attorney;

(ii) a person’s insurer;

(iii) a general acute hospital, as defined in Section 26-21-2 [17], that:

(A) has an emergency room; and

(B) is providing or has provided emergency services to the person in relation to the accident; or

(iv) any other individual or entity with signed permission from the person to receive the person’s accident report.

(2)(a) Except as provided in Subsections (3) and (7), all accident reports required in this part to be filed with the department:

(i) are without prejudice to the reporting individual;

(ii) are protected and for the confidential use of the department or other state, local, or federal agencies having use for the records for official governmental statistical, investigative, and accident prevention purposes; and

(iii) may be disclosed only in a statistical form that protects the privacy of any person involved in the accident.

(b) An investigating peace officer shall include in an accident report an indication as to whether the accident occurred on a highway designated as a livestock highway in accordance with Section 72-3-112 [18] if the accident resulted in the injury or death of livestock.

(3)(a) Subject to the provisions of this section, the department or the responsible law enforcement agency employing the peace officer that investigated the accident shall disclose an accident report to: (emphasis added)

(i) a person involved in the accident, excluding a witness to the accident;

(ii) a person suffering loss or injury in the accident;

(iii) an agent, parent, or legal guardian of a person described in Subsections (3)(a)(i) and (ii);

(iv) subject to Subsection (3)(d), a member of the press or broadcast news media;

(v) a state, local, or federal agency that uses the records for official governmental, investigative, or accident prevention purposes;

(vi) law enforcement personnel when acting in their official governmental capacity; and

(vii) a licensed private investigator. (emphasis added)

(b) The responsible law enforcement agency employing the peace officer that investigated the accident:

(i) shall in compliance with Subsection (3)(a):

(A) disclose an accident report; or

(B) upon written request disclose an accident report and its accompanying data within 10 business days from receipt of a written request for disclosure; or

(ii) may withhold an accident report, and any of its accompanying data if disclosure would jeopardize an ongoing criminal investigation or criminal prosecution.

(c) In accordance with Subsection (3)(a), the department or the responsible law enforcement agency employing the investigating peace officer shall disclose whether any person or vehicle involved in an accident reported under this section was covered by a vehicle insurance policy, and the name of the insurer.

(d) Information provided to a member of the press or broadcast news media under Subsection (3)(a)(iv) may only include:

(i) the name, age, sex, and city of residence of each person involved in the accident;

(ii) the make and model year of each vehicle involved in the accident;

(iii) whether or not each person involved in the accident was covered by a vehicle insurance policy;

(iv) the location of the accident; and

(v) a description of the accident that excludes personal identifying information not listed in Subsection (3)(d)(i).

(e) The department shall disclose to any requesting person the following vehicle accident history information, excluding personal identifying information, in bulk electronic form:

(i) any vehicle identifying information that is electronically available, including the make, model year, and vehicle identification number of each vehicle involved in an accident;

(ii) the date of the accident; and

(iii) any electronically available data which describes the accident, including a description of any physical damage to the vehicle.

(f) The department may establish a fee under Section 63J-1-504 [14] based on the fair market value of the information for providing bulk vehicle accident history information under Subsection (3)(e).

(4)(a) Except as provided in Subsection (4)(b), accident reports filed under this section may not be used as evidence in any civil or criminal trial arising out of an accident.

(b)(i) Upon demand of any party to the trial or upon demand of any court, the department shall furnish a certificate showing that a specified accident report has or has not been made to the department in compliance with law.

(ii) If the report has been made, the certificate furnished by the department shall show:

(A) the date, time, and location of the accident;

(B) the names and addresses of the drivers;

(C) the owners of the vehicles involved; and

(D) the investigating peace officers.

(iii) The reports may be used as evidence when necessary to prosecute charges filed in connection with a violation of Subsection (5).

(5) A person who gives information in reports as required in this part knowing or having reason to believe that the information is false is guilty of a class A misdemeanor.

(6) The department and the responsible law enforcement agency employing the investigating peace officer may charge a reasonable fee determined by the department under Section 63J-1-504 for the cost incurred in disclosing an accident report or an accident report and any of its accompanying data under Subsections (3)(a) and (b).

(7)(a) The Office of State Debt Collection may, in the performance of its regular duties, disclose an accident report to:

(i) a person involved in the accident, excluding a witness to the accident;

(ii) an owner of a vehicle involved in the accident; or

(iii) an agent, parent, or legal guardian of a person described in Subsection (7)(a)(i) or (ii).

(b) A disclosure under Subsection (7)(a) does not change the classification of the record as a protected record under Section 63G-2-305.

(Amended by Chapter 162, 2018 General Session)

UT Code. 78B-18a. Uniform Unsworn Declarations Act.

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Utah Code - 78B-18a-101.
Uniform Unsworn Declarations Act.

Part 1
General Provisions

78B-18a-101 Title.

This chapter is known as the “Uniform Unsworn Declarations Act.”

(Enacted by Chapter 298, 2018 General Session)

78B-18a-102 Definitions.

In this chapter:

(1) “Law” includes a statute, judicial decision or order, rule of court, executive order, and administrative rule, regulation, or order.

(2) “Record” means information that is inscribed on a tangible medium or that is stored in an electronic or other medium and is retrievable in perceivable form.

(3) “Sign” means, with present intent to authenticate or adopt a record:

(a) to execute or adopt a tangible symbol; or

(b) to attach to or logically associate with the record an electronic symbol, sound, or process.

(4)(a) “Sworn declaration” means a declaration in a signed record given under oath.

(b) “Sworn declaration” includes a sworn statement, verification, certificate, and affidavit.

(5) “Unsworn declaration” means a declaration in a signed record not given under oath but given under penalty of Title 76, Chapter 8, Part 5, Falsification in Official Matters [19].

(Enacted by Chapter 298, 2018 General Session)

78B-18a-103 Applicability.

This chapter applies to an unsworn declaration by a declarant who at the time of making the declaration is physically located within or outside the boundaries of the United States, whether or not the location is subject to the jurisdiction of the United States.

(Enacted by Chapter 298, 2018 General Session)

78B-18a-104 Validity of unsworn declaration.

(1) Except as otherwise provided in Subsection (2), if a law of this state requires or permits use of a sworn declaration, an unsworn declaration meeting the requirements of this chapter has the same effect as a sworn declaration.

(2) This chapter does not apply to:

(a) a deposition;

(b) an oath of office;

(c) an oath required to be given before a specified official other than a notary public;

(d) a declaration to be recorded under Title 57, Real Estate [20]; or

(e) an oath required by Section 75-2-504 [21].

(Enacted by Chapter 298, 2018 General Session)

78B-18a-105 Required medium.

If a law of this state requires that a sworn declaration be presented in a particular medium, an unsworn declaration must be presented in the same medium.

(Enacted by Chapter 298, 2018 General Session)

78B-18a-106 Form of unsworn declaration.

An unsworn declaration under this chapter must be in substantially the following form:         

I declare under criminal penalty under the law of Utah that the foregoing is true and correct.

          Signed on the ___ day of ______, _____, at ________________________________.
                              Date                Month    Year       City or other location, and state or country

          ________________________

          Printed name

          ________________________

          Signature

(Enacted by Chapter 298, 2018 General Session)

78B-18a-107 Uniformity of application and construction.

In applying and construing this uniform act, consideration must be given to the need to promote uniformity of the law with respect to its subject matter among states that enact it.

(Enacted by Chapter 298, 2018 General Session)

78B-18a-108 Relation to Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act.

This chapter modifies, limits, or supersedes the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act, 15 U.S.C. Sec. 7001 [22] et seq., but does not modify, limit, or supersede Section 101(c) of that act, 15 U.S.C. Sec. 7001(c), or authorize electronic delivery of any of the notices described in Section 103(b) of that act, 15 U.S.C. Sec. 7003(b).

(Enacted by Chapter 298, 2018 General Session)

 

UT Code. 78B-8-3. Process Server Act.

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Utah Code - 78B-8-301.
Process Server Act.

Part 3
Process Server Act

78B-8-301 Title.

This part is known as the “Process Server Act.”

(Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 3, 2008 General Session)

78B-8-302 Process servers.

(1) Complaints, summonses, and subpoenas may be served by a person who is:

(a) 18 years of age or older at the time of service; and

(b) not a party to the action or a party’s attorney.

(2) Except as provided in Subsection (5), the following may serve all process issued by the courts of this state:

(a) a peace officer employed by a political subdivision of the state acting within the scope and jurisdiction of the peace officer’s employment;

(b) a sheriff or appointed deputy sheriff employed by a county of the state;

(c) a constable, or the constable’s deputy, serving in compliance with applicable law;

(d) an investigator employed by the state and authorized by law to serve civil process; and

(e) a private investigator licensed in accordance with Title 53, Chapter 9, Private Investigator Regulation Act [23].

(3) A private investigator licensed in accordance with Title 53, Chapter 9, Private Investigator Regulation Act [23], may not make an arrest pursuant to a bench warrant.

(4) While serving process, a private investigator shall:

(a) have on the investigator’s person a visible form of credentials and identification identifying:

(i) the investigator’s name;

(ii) that the investigator is a licensed private investigator; and

(iii) the name and address of the agency employing the investigator or, if the investigator is self-employed, the address of the investigator’s place of business;

(b) verbally communicate to the person being served that the investigator is acting as a process server; and

(c) print on the first page of each document served:

(i) the investigator’s name and identification number as a private investigator; and

(ii) the address and phone number for the investigator’s place of business. (emphasis added)

(5) Any service under this section when the use of force is authorized on the face of the document, or when a breach of the peace is imminent or likely under the totality of the circumstances, may only be served by:

(a) a law enforcement officer, as defined in Section 53-13-103 [24]; or

(b) a constable, as listed in Subsection 53-13-105(1)(b)(ii) [25].

(6) The following may not serve process issued by a court:

(a) a person convicted of a felony violation of an offense listed in Subsection 77-41-102(17) [26]; or

(b) a person who is a respondent in a proceeding described in Title 78B, Chapter 7, Protective Orders [27], in which a court has granted the petitioner a protective order.

(7) A person serving process shall:

(a) legibly document the date and time of service on the front page of the document being served;

(b) legibly print the process server’s name, address, and telephone number on the return of service;

(c) sign the return of service in substantial compliance with Title 78B, Chapter 18a, Uniform Unsworn Declarations Act [28];

(d) if the process server is a peace officer, sheriff, or deputy sheriff, legibly print the badge number of the process server on the return of service; and

(e) if the process server is a private investigator, legibly print the private investigator’s identification number on the return of service.

(Amended by Chapter 298, 2018 General Session)

78B-8-303 Recoverable rates.

          If the rates charged by private process servers exceed the rates established by law for service of process by persons under Subsection 78B-8-302(1), the excess charge may be recovered as costs of an action only if the court determines the service and charge were justifiable under the circumstances.

(Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 3, 2008 General Session)

78B-8-304 Violations of service of process authority.

(1) It is a class A misdemeanor for a person serving process to falsify a return of service.

(2) It is an infraction for a person to bill falsely for process service.

(Amended by Chapter 303, 2016 General Session)

UT Code. 77-3a. Stalking Injunctions.

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Utah Code - 77-3a-101.
Stalking Injunctions.

77-3a-101 Civil stalking injunction — Petition — Ex parte injunction.

(1) As used in this chapter, “stalking” means the crime of stalking as defined in Section 76-5-106.5 [29].  Stalking injunctions may not be obtained against law enforcement officers, governmental investigators, or licensed private investigators, acting in their official capacity (emphasis added).

(2) Any person who believes that he or she is the victim of stalking may file a verified written petition for a civil stalking injunction against the alleged stalker with the district court in the district in which the petitioner or respondent resides or in which any of the events occurred.  A minor with his or her parent or guardian may file a petition on his or her own behalf, or a parent, guardian, or custodian may file a petition on the minor’s behalf.

(3) The Administrative Office of the Courts shall develop and adopt uniform forms for petitions, ex parte civil stalking injunctions, civil stalking injunctions, service and any other necessary forms in accordance with the provisions of this chapter on or before July 1, 2001.  The office shall provide the forms to the clerk of each district court.

(a) All petitions, injunctions, ex parte injunctions, and any other necessary forms shall be issued in the form adopted by the Administrative Office of the Courts.

(b) The offices of the court clerk shall provide the forms to persons seeking to proceed under this chapter.

(4) The petition for a civil stalking injunction shall include:

(a) the name of the petitioner; however, the petitioner’s address shall be disclosed to the court for purposes of service, but, on request of the petitioner, the address may not be listed on the petition, and shall be protected and maintained in a separate document or automated database, not subject to release, disclosure, or any form of public access except as ordered by the court for good cause shown;

(b) the name and address, if known, of the respondent;

(c) specific events and dates of the actions constituting the alleged stalking;

(d) if there is a prior court order concerning the same conduct, the name of the court in which the order was rendered; and

(e) corroborating evidence of stalking, which may be in the form of a police report, affidavit, record, statement, item, letter, or any other evidence which tends to prove the allegation of stalking.

(5)(a) If the court determines that there is reason to believe that an offense of stalking has occurred, an ex parte civil stalking injunction may be issued by the court that includes any of the following:

(i) respondent may be enjoined from committing stalking;

(ii) respondent may be restrained from coming near the residence, place of employment, or school of the other party or specifically designated locations or persons;

(iii) respondent may be restrained from contacting, directly or indirectly, the other party, including personal, written or telephone contact with the other party, the other party’s employers, employees, fellow workers or others with whom communication would be likely to cause annoyance or alarm to the other party; or

(iv) any other relief necessary or convenient for the protection of the petitioner and other specifically designated persons under the circumstances.

(b) If the petitioner and respondent have minor children, the court shall follow the provisions of Section 78B-7-106 [30] and take into consideration the respondent’s custody and parent-time rights while ensuring the safety of the victim and the minor children.  If the court issues a civil stalking injunction, but declines to address custody and parent-time issues, a copy of the stalking injunction shall be filed in any action in which custody and parent-time issues are being considered.

(6) Within 10 days of service of the ex parte civil stalking injunction, the respondent is entitled to request, in writing, an evidentiary hearing on the civil stalking injunction.

(a) A hearing requested by the respondent shall be held within 10 days from the date the request is filed with the court unless the court finds compelling reasons to continue the hearing.  The hearing shall then be held at the earliest possible time.  The burden is on the petitioner to show by a preponderance of the evidence that stalking of the petitioner by the respondent has occurred.

(b) An ex parte civil stalking injunction issued under this section shall state on its face:

(i) that the respondent is entitled to a hearing, upon written request within 10 days of the service of the order;

(ii) the name and address of the district court where the request may be filed;

(iii) that if the respondent fails to request a hearing within 10 days of service, the ex parte civil stalking injunction is automatically modified to a civil stalking injunction without further notice to the respondent and that the civil stalking injunction expires three years after service of the ex parte civil stalking injunction; and

(iv) that if the respondent requests, in writing, a hearing after the ten-day period after service, the court shall set a hearing within a reasonable time from the date requested.

(7) At the hearing, the court may modify, revoke, or continue the injunction.  The burden is on the petitioner to show by a preponderance of the evidence that stalking of the petitioner by the respondent has occurred.

(8) The ex parte civil stalking injunction and civil stalking injunction shall include the following statement: “Attention.  This is an official court order.  If you disobey this order, the court may find you in contempt.  You may also be arrested and prosecuted for the crime of stalking and any other crime you may have committed in disobeying this order.”

(9) The ex parte civil stalking injunction shall be served on the respondent within 90 days from the date it is signed.  An ex parte civil stalking injunction is effective upon service.  If no hearing is requested in writing by the respondent within 10 days of service of the ex parte civil stalking injunction, the ex parte civil stalking injunction automatically becomes a civil stalking injunction without further notice to the respondent and expires three years from the date of service of the ex parte civil stalking injunction.

(10) If the respondent requests a hearing after the ten-day period after service, the court shall set a hearing within a reasonable time from the date requested.  At the hearing, the burden is on the respondent to show good cause why the civil stalking injunction should be dissolved or modified.

(11) Within 24 hours after the affidavit or acceptance of service has been returned, excluding weekends and holidays, the clerk of the court from which the ex parte civil stalking injunction was issued shall enter a copy of the ex parte civil stalking injunction and proof of service or acceptance of service in the statewide network for warrants or a similar system.

(a) The effectiveness of an ex parte civil stalking injunction or civil stalking injunction shall not depend upon its entry in the statewide system and, for enforcement purposes, a certified copy of an ex parte civil stalking injunction or civil stalking injunction is presumed to be a valid existing order of the court for a period of three years from the date of service of the ex parte civil stalking injunction on the respondent.

(b) Any changes or modifications of the ex parte civil stalking injunction are effective upon service on the respondent.  The original ex parte civil stalking injunction continues in effect until service of the changed or modified civil stalking injunction on the respondent.

(12) Within 24 hours after the affidavit or acceptance of service has been returned, excluding weekends and holidays, the clerk of the court shall enter a copy of the changed or modified civil stalking injunction and proof of service or acceptance of service in the statewide network for warrants or a similar system.

(13) The ex parte civil stalking injunction or civil stalking injunction may be dissolved at any time upon application of the petitioner to the court which granted it.

(14) The court clerk shall provide, without charge, to the petitioner one certified copy of the injunction issued by the court and one certified copy of the proof of service of the injunction on the respondent.  Charges may be imposed by the clerk’s office for any additional copies, certified or not certified in accordance with Rule 4-202.08 of the Code of Judicial Administration [31].

(15) The remedies provided in this chapter for enforcement of the orders of the court are in addition to any other civil and criminal remedies available.  The district court shall hear and decide all matters arising pursuant to this section.

(16) After a hearing with notice to the affected party, the court may enter an order requiring any party to pay the costs of the action, including reasonable attorney fees.

(17) This chapter does not apply to protective orders or ex parte protective orders issued pursuant to Title 78B, Chapter 7, Part 1, Cohabitant Abuse Act [27], or to preliminary injunctions issued pursuant to an action for dissolution of marriage or legal separation.

(Amended by Chapter 383, 2012 General Session)

 

 

UT Code. 53-9. Private Investigator Regulation Act.

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UTAH PRIVATE INVESTIGATORS - STATUTES & CODES

Utah Code - 53.9.
Private Investigators Regulation Act.

Chapter 9
Private Investigator Regulation Act

53-9-101 Title.

          This chapter is known as the “Private Investigator Regulation Act.”

(Enacted by Chapter 314, 1995 General Session)

53-9-102 Definitions.

          In this chapter, unless otherwise stated:

(1) “Adequate records” means records containing, at a minimum, sufficient information to identify the client, the dates of service, the fee for service, the payments for service, the type of service given, and copies of any reports that may have been made.

(2) “Advertising” means the submission of bids, contracting or making known by any public notice, publication, or solicitation of business, directly or indirectly, that services regulated under this chapter are available for consideration.

(3) “Agency” means a person who holds an agency license pursuant to this chapter, and includes one who employs an individual for wages and salary, and withholds all legally required deductions and contributions, or contracts with a registrant or an apprentice on a part-time or case-by-case basis to conduct an investigation on behalf of the agency.

(4) “Applicant” means any person who has submitted a completed application and all required fees.

(5) “Apprentice” means a person who holds an apprentice license pursuant to this chapter, has not met the requirements for registration, and works under the direct supervision and guidance of an agency.

(6) “Board” means the Private Investigator Hearing and Licensure Board created in Section 53-9-104.

(7) “Bureau” means the Bureau of Criminal Identification created in Section 53-10-201 [32].

(8) “Commissioner” means the commissioner of the Department of Public Safety.

(9) “Conviction” means an adjudication of guilt by a federal, state, or local court resulting from trial or plea, including a plea of no contest, regardless of whether the imposition of sentence was suspended.

(10) “Department” means the Department of Public Safety.

(11) “Direct supervision” means that the agency or employer:

(a) is responsible for, and authorizes, the type and extent of work assigned;

(b) reviews and approves all work produced by the apprentice before it goes to the client;

(c) closely supervises and provides direction and guidance to the apprentice in the performance of his assigned work; and

(d) is immediately available to the apprentice for verbal contact, including by electronic means.

(12) “Emergency action” means a summary suspension of a license pending revocation, suspension, or probation in order to protect the public health, safety, or welfare.

(13) “Employee” means an individual who works for an agency or other employer, is listed on the agency’s or employer’s payroll records, and is under the agency’s or employer’s direction and control.  An employee is not an independent contractor.

(14) “Identification card” means a card issued by the commissioner to a qualified applicant for an agency, registrant, or apprentice license.

(15) “Letter of concern” means an advisory letter to notify a licensee that while there is insufficient evidence to support probation, suspension, or revocation of a license, the department informs the licensee of the need to modify or eliminate certain practices and that continuation of the activities that led to the information being submitted to the department may result in further disciplinary action against the licensee.

(16) “Licensee” means a person to whom an agency, registrant, or apprentice license is issued by the department.

(17)(a) “Private investigator or private detective” means any person, except collection agencies and credit reporting agencies, who, for consideration, engages in business or accepts employment to conduct any investigation for the purpose of obtaining information with reference to:

(i) crime, wrongful acts, or threats against the United States or any state or territory of the United States;

(ii) the identity, reputation, character, habits, conduct, business occupation, honesty, integrity, credibility, knowledge, trustworthiness, efficiency, loyalty, activity, movements, whereabouts, affiliations, associations, or transactions of any person or group of persons;

(iii) the credibility of witnesses or other persons;

(iv) the whereabouts of missing persons or owners of abandoned property;

(v) the causes and origin of, or responsibility for a fire, libel, slander, a loss, an accident, damage, or an injury to real or personal property;

(vi) the business of securing evidence to be used before investigating committees or boards of award or arbitration or in the trial of civil or criminal cases and the trial preparation;

(vii) the prevention, detection, and removal of installed devices for eavesdropping or observation;

(viii) the business of “skip tracing” persons who have become delinquent in their lawful debts, either when hired by an individual, collection agency, or through the direct purchase of the debt from a financial institution or entity owning the debt or judgment; or

(ix) serving civil process.

(b) “Private investigator or private detective” does not include:

(i) any person or employee conducting an investigation on the person’s or employee’s own behalf or on behalf of the employer if the employer is not a private investigator under this chapter;

(ii) an employee of an attorney licensed to practice law in this state; or

(iii) a currently licensed certified public accountant or CPA as defined in Section 58-26a-102 [33].

(18) “Qualifying party” means the individual meeting the qualifications under this chapter for a private investigator license.

(19) “Registrant” means any person who holds a registrant license pursuant to this chapter.  The registrant performs private investigative work either as an employee on an employer’s payroll or, on a contract with an agency, part-time, or case-by-case basis, with a minimum amount of direction.

(20) “Restructuring” means any change in the legal status of a business.

(21) “Unprofessional conduct” means any of the following:

(a) engaging or offering to engage by fraud or misrepresentation in any activities regulated by this chapter;

(b) aiding or abetting a person who is not licensed pursuant to this chapter in representing that person as a private investigator or registrant in this state;

(c) gross negligence in the practice of a private investigator or registrant;

(d) failing or refusing to maintain adequate records and investigative findings on a subject of investigation or a client;

(e) committing a felony or a misdemeanor involving any crime that is grounds for denial, suspension, or revocation of an agency, registrant, or apprentice license.  In all cases, conviction by a court of competent jurisdiction or a plea of no contest is conclusive evidence of the commission of the crime; or

(f) making a fraudulent or untrue statement to the bureau, board, department, or its investigators, staff, or consultants.

(Amended by Chapter 432, 2011 General Session)

53-9-103 Commissioner of Public Safety to administer — Bureau to issue licenses — Records — Bonds — Rulemaking.

(1) The commissioner shall administer this chapter.

(2)(a) The bureau, acting at the direction of the commissioner, shall issue a private investigator license to an applicant whom the board finds meets the qualifications for licensure under this chapter.

(b) The bureau shall issue a license to an apprentice applicant who meets the qualifications for licensure under this chapter within five business days of receipt of the application.

(c) The bureau shall notify each licensee under this chapter when a licensee’s license is due for renewal in accordance with procedures established by rule.

(3)(a) The bureau shall keep records of:

(i) all applications for licenses under this chapter; and

(ii) all bonds and proof of certificates of liability and workers’ compensation insurance required to be filed.

(b) The records shall include statements as to whether a license or renewal license has been issued for each application.

(4) If a license is revoked, suspended, canceled, or denied or if a licensee is placed on probation, the date of filing the order for revocation, suspension, cancellation, denial, or probation shall be included in the records.

(5) The bureau shall maintain:

(a) a list of all licensees whose license has been revoked, suspended, placed on probation, or canceled; and

(b) a written record of complaints filed against licensees.

(6) In accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, the commissioner may make rules governing the administration of the provisions of this chapter.

(Amended by Chapter 378, 2014 General Session)

53-9-104 Board — Creation– Qualifications — Appointments — Terms — Immunity.

(1) There is established a Private Investigator Hearing and Licensure Board consisting of five members appointed by the commissioner.

(2) Each member of the board shall be a citizen of the United States and a resident of this state at the time of appointment.

(a) Two members shall be qualifying parties who are licensed as provided in this chapter.

(b) One member shall be a supervisory investigator from the commissioner’s office.

(c) One member shall be a chief of police or sheriff.

(d) One member shall be a public member who shall not have a financial interest in a private investigative agency and shall not have an immediate family member or a household member or friend who is licensed or registered under this chapter.

(3)(a) Each member of the board shall serve four-year staggered terms beginning and ending on January 1.

(b) Notwithstanding the term requirements of Subsection (3)(a), the commissioner may adjust the length of terms to ensure the terms of board members are staggered so that approximately one member of the board is appointed every year.

(4) When a vacancy occurs in the membership for any reason, the replacement shall be appointed for the unexpired term.

(5) At its first meeting every year, the board shall elect a chair, vice chair, and secretary from its membership.

(6) A member may not receive compensation or benefits for the member’s service, but may receive per diem and travel expenses in accordance with:

(a) Section 63A-3-106;

(b) Section 63A-3-107; and

(c) rules made by the Division of Finance pursuant to Sections 63A-3-106 and 63A-3-107.

(7) A member shall not serve more than one term, except that a member appointed to fill a vacancy or appointed for an initial term of less than four years may be reappointed for one full term.

(8) The commissioner, after a board hearing and recommendation, may remove any member of the board for misconduct, incompetency, or neglect of duty.

(9) Members of the board are immune from suit with respect to all acts done and actions taken in good faith in furtherance of the purposes of this chapter.

(Amended by Chapter 286, 2010 General Session)

53-9-105 Powers and duties of the board.

(1) The board shall:

(a) review applications for licenses and renewals of licenses for private investigators and approve or deny the applications;

(b) upon receiving a timely filed petition, review within a reasonable time the denial, suspension, or revocation of a private investigator license; and

(c) review all complaints and make recommendations to the commissioner regarding disciplinary action.

(2) The board may take and hear evidence, administer oaths and affirmations, and compel by subpoena the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, papers, records, documents, and other information relating to a formal complaint against or bureau investigation of a private investigator.

(Amended by Chapter 432, 2011 General Session)

53-9-106 Meetings — Hearings.

(1) The board shall meet quarterly, unless the board has no business to conduct during that quarter, and shall also meet at the call of the chair.

(2) A quorum consists of three members.

(3) If a member has three unexcused absences within a 12-month period, the board may hold a hearing to determine if that board member should be released from board duties.

(Amended by Chapter 330, 2003 General Session)

53-9-107 Classification of licenses — License required to act.

(1) Every person applying for a license under this chapter shall indicate on the application which of the following licenses the applicant is applying for:

(a) an agency license shall be issued to an applicant who meets the agency requirements of Sections 53-9-108 and 53-9-109;

(b) a registrant license shall be issued to an applicant who meets the registrant requirements of Sections 53-9-108 and 53-9-110; or

(c) an apprentice license shall be issued to an applicant who meets the apprentice requirements of Sections 53-9-108 and 53-9-110.

(2) Unless licensed under this chapter, a person may not:

(a) act or assume to act as, or represent himself to be:

(i) a licensee; or

(ii) a private investigator or private detective as defined in Subsection 53-9-102(16) or conduct any investigation as provided in Subsection 53-9-102(16); or

(b) falsely represent to be employed by or for an independent contractor for an agency.

(3) A licensed registrant, as defined in Section 53-9-102, may only work as an employee of, or as an independent contractor for, an agency licensed under this chapter, and may not:

(a) advertise the licensed registrant’s services or conduct investigations for the general public; or

(b) employ other private investigators or hire them as independent contractors.

(4)(a) A licensed apprentice, as defined in Section 53-9-102, may only work under the direct supervision and guidance of an agency licensed under this chapter, and may not:

(i) advertise the licensed apprentice’s services or conduct investigations for the general public;

(ii) employ other private investigators; or

(iii) obtain information from the Utah State Tax Commission Motor Vehicle Division or Driver License Division within the Department of Public Safety, except the apprentice may utilize information from these agencies for a legitimate business need and under the direct supervision and guidance of a licensed agency.

(b) A registrant or apprentice whose license has been suspended or revoked shall immediately notify the agency which supervises the registrant or apprentice of the action.

(Amended by Chapter 432, 2011 General Session)

53-9-108 Qualifications for licensure.

(1)(a) An applicant under this chapter shall be a legal resident of the state and at least:

(i) 21 years of age to apply for an agency license or a registrant license; or

(ii) 18 years of age to apply for an apprentice license.

(b) An applicant may not have been:

(i) convicted of a felony;

(ii) convicted of an act involving illegally using, carrying, or possessing a dangerous weapon;

(iii) convicted of an act of personal violence or force on any person or convicted of threatening to commit an act of personal violence or force against another person;

(iv) convicted of an act constituting dishonesty or fraud;

(v) convicted of an act involving moral turpitude within the past 10 years unless the conviction has been expunged under the provisions of Title 77, Chapter 40, Utah Expungement Act;

(vi) placed on probation or parole;

(vii) named in an outstanding arrest warrant; or

(viii) convicted of illegally obtaining or disclosing private, controlled, or protected records as provided in Section 63G-2-801.

(c) If previously or currently licensed in another state or jurisdiction, the applicant shall be in good standing within that state or jurisdiction.

(2) In assessing if an applicant meets the requirements under Subsection (1)(b), the board shall consider mitigating circumstances presented by an applicant.

(3)(a) An applicant for an agency license shall have:

(i) a minimum of 5,000 hours of investigative experience that consists of actual work performed as a licensed private investigator, an investigator in the private sector, an investigator for the federal government, or an investigator for a state, county, or municipal government; or

(ii) if the applicant held a registrant license or an apprentice license under this chapter on or before May 1, 2010, a minimum of 2,000 hours of investigative experience that consists of actual work performed as a licensed private investigator, an investigator in the private sector, an investigator for the federal government, or an investigator for a state, county, or municipal government.

(b) An applicant for a registrant license shall have a minimum of 2,000 hours of investigative experience that consists of actual investigative work performed as a licensed private investigator, an investigator in the private sector, an investigator for the federal government, an investigator for a state, county, or municipal government, or a process server.

(c) At least 1,000 hours of the investigative experience required under this Subsection (3) shall have been performed within 10 years immediately prior to the application.

(d) An applicant shall substantiate investigative work experience required under this Subsection (3) by providing:

(i) the exact details as to the character and nature of the investigative work on a form prescribed by the bureau and certified by the applicant’s employers; or

(ii) if the applicant is applying for the reinstatement of an agency license, internal records of the applicant that demonstrate the investigative work experience requirement has previously been met.

(e)(i) The applicant shall prove completion of the investigative experience required under this Subsection (3) to the satisfaction of the board and the board may independently verify the certification offered on behalf of the applicant.

(ii) The board may independently confirm the claimed investigative experience and the verification of the applicant’s employers.

(4) An applicant for an apprentice license, lacking the investigative experience required for a registrant license, shall meet all of the qualification standards in Subsection (1), and shall complete an apprentice application.

(5) An applicant for an agency or registrant license may receive credit toward the hours of investigative experience required under Subsection (3) as follows:

(a) an applicant may receive credit for 2,000 hours of investigative experience if the applicant:

(i) has an associate’s degree in criminal justice or police science from an accredited college or university; or

(ii) is certified as a peace officer; and

(b) an applicant may receive credit for 4,000 hours of investigative experience if the applicant has a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or police science from an accredited college or university.

(6) The board shall determine if the applicant may receive credit under Subsection (5) toward the investigative and educational experience requirements under Subsection (3).

(7) An applicant for the renewal of a license under this chapter shall be a legal resident of this state.

(Amended by Chapter 287, 2018 General Session)

53-9-109 Application for agency license — Liability insurance — Workers’ compensation.

(1) Every application for an agency license to engage in the private investigative business shall provide to the bureau:

(a) the full name and business address of the applicant;

(b) one passport-size color photograph of the applicant;

(c) the name under which the applicant intends to do business;

(d) a statement that the applicant intends to engage in the private investigative business;

(e) a verified statement of the applicant’s experience and qualifications as provided in Section 53-9-108; and

(f) the fee prescribed in Section 53-9-111.

(2) Before the issuance or renewal of an agency license, the applicant shall provide to the bureau:

(a) a certificate of liability insurance; and

(b) a certificate of workers’ compensation insurance, if applicable.

(3) The liability insurance required by this section shall:

(a) protect against liability to third persons;

(b) contain a limit of liability in an amount of not less than $500,000;

(c) be continuous in form and run concurrently with the license period; and

(d) provide for notice to the bureau in the event of cancellation of the liability insurance.

(4)(a) The bureau shall cancel a license when it receives notice from the insurer that liability insurance required under Subsection (2) has expired or been canceled.

(b) The licensee shall be notified by the bureau when a license has been cancelled under this Subsection (4).

(c) The license may be reinstated when the licensee:

(i) files proof of liability insurance for the remainder of the license period; and

(ii) pays the reinstatement fee prescribed in Section 53-9-111.

(Amended by Chapter 432, 2011 General Session)

53-9-110 Application for registrant or apprentice license.

(1) Every application for a registrant or apprentice license shall provide to the bureau:

(a) the full name and address of the applicant;

(b) one passport-size color photograph of the applicant;

(c) the name of the licensed agency for which the applicant will be an employee, apprentice, or contract registrant, if applicable;

(d) authorization of the licensed agency or its designee to employ the apprentice or contract with the registrant, if applicable;

(e) a verified statement of the applicant’s experience and qualifications as provided in Section 53-9-108; and

(f) the fee prescribed in Section 53-9-111.

(2) An application for a registrant or apprentice license or renewal shall be accompanied by a surety bond in the amount of $10,000.

(3) The surety bond required by this section shall:

(a) be in effect throughout the entire licensing period; and

(b) provide that the issuer of the surety bond will notify the bureau if the bond is cancelled or expired.

(4)(a) The bureau shall cancel a license when it receives notice from the insurer that the bond required in Subsection (2) has expired or been cancelled.

(b) The licensee shall be notified by the bureau when a license has been cancelled under this Subsection (4).

(c) The license may be reinstated when the licensee:

(i) files proof of a bond for the remainder of the license period; and

(ii) pays the reinstatement fee prescribed in Section 53-9-111.

(Amended by Chapter 170, 2015 General Session)

53-9-111 License and registration fees — Deposit in General Fund.

(1) Fees for individual and agency licensure and renewal shall be in accordance with Section 63J-1-504.

(2)(a) The bureau may renew a license granted under this chapter:

(i) to a resident of the state;

(ii) upon receipt of a renewal application on forms as prescribed by the bureau; and

(iii) upon receipt of the fees prescribed in Subsection (1).

(b)(i) The renewal of a license requires the filing of all certificates of insurance or proof of surety bond as required by this chapter.

(ii) Renewal of a license may not be granted more than 180 days after expiration.

(c) A licensee may not engage in activity subject to this chapter during the period between the date of expiration of the license and the renewal of the license.

(3)(a) The bureau shall renew a suspended license if:

(i) the period of suspension has been completed;

(ii) the bureau has received a renewal application from the applicant on forms prescribed by the bureau; and

(iii) the applicant has:

(A) filed all certificates of insurance or proof of surety bond as required by this chapter; and

(B) paid the fees required by this section for renewal, including a delinquency fee if the application is not received by the bureau within 30 days of the termination of the suspension.

(b) Renewal of the license does not entitle the licensee, while the license remains suspended and until it is reinstated, to engage in activity regulated by this chapter, or in other activity or conduct in violation of the order or judgment by which the license was suspended.

(4) The bureau may not reinstate a revoked license or accept an application for a license from a person whose license has been revoked for at least one year from the date of revocation.

(5) All fees, except the fingerprint processing fee, collected by the bureau under this section shall be deposited in the General Fund.

(Amended by Chapter 417, 2018 General Session)

53-9-112 Issuance of license and identification card to applicant — License period — Expiration of application — Transfer of license prohibited.

(1) The commissioner shall issue a license to an applicant who complies with the provisions of this chapter.  Each license issued under this chapter shall:

(a) contain the name and address of the licensee and the number of the license, its agency, registrant, or apprentice license designation; and

(b) be issued for a period of two years.

(2) On the issuance of a license, an identification card shall:

(a) be issued without charge to the licensee; and

(b) state on its face whether the bearer holds an agency, registrant, or apprentice license.

(3)(a) A registrant identification card shall state that the licensee is under the direction of a licensed agency and may not do investigative work independently for the public.

(b) An apprentice identification card shall state that the licensee is under the direct supervision of a licensed agency and may not do investigative work independently for the public.

(4) Upon request by any person, the licensee shall immediately identify the name, business address, and phone number of the licensed agency for which the licensee is an employee or independent contractor.

(5)(a) On notification by the commissioner to an applicant that the license is not complete, or is not ready for issuance pending additional information, the applicant shall complete the application process and provide the additional information within 90 days.

(b) Failure to complete the process shall result in the application being cancelled and all fees forfeited.

(c) Subsequent application by the same applicant requires the payment of all application and license fees prescribed in Section 53-9-111.

(6) A licensee shall notify the commissioner of any change in the name or address of his business within 60 days of the change and failure to so notify will result in the automatic suspension of the license.  To relieve the suspension, the licensee must apply for reinstatement and pay the fee prescribed in Section 53-9-111.

(7) A license issued under this chapter is not transferable or assignable.

(Amended by Chapter 212, 1998 General Session)

53-9-113 Grounds for denial of a license — Appeal.

(1) The board may deny a license or the renewal of a license if the applicant has:

(a) committed an act that, if committed by a licensee, would be grounds for probation, suspension, or revocation of a license under this chapter;

(b) employed or contracted with a person who has been refused a license under this chapter or who has had a license revoked;

(c) while not licensed under this chapter, committed, or aided and abetted the commission of, any act for which a license is required by this chapter; or

(d) knowingly made a material misstatement in connection with an application for a license or renewal of a license.

(2)(a) The board’s denial of a license under this chapter shall:

(i) be in writing;

(ii) describe the basis for the denial; and

(iii) inform the applicant that if the applicant desires a hearing to contest the denial, the applicant shall submit a request in writing to the board within 30 days after the denial has been sent by certified mail to the applicant.

(b) The board shall schedule a hearing on the denial for the next board meeting after the applicant’s request for a hearing has been received by the board.

(3) The decision of the board may be appealed to the commissioner, who may:

(a) return the case to the board for reconsideration;

(b) modify the board’s decision; or

(c) reverse the board’s decision.

(4) The commissioner shall promptly issue a final order and send the order by mail to the applicant.

(5) Decisions of the commissioner are subject to judicial review pursuant to Section 63G-4-402.

(Amended by Chapter 432, 2011 General Session)

53-9-115 Business name and address — Posting of license — Advertising.

(1)(a) Subject to the provisions of this chapter, a licensee may conduct an investigative business under a name other than the licensee’s by:

(i) complying with the requirements of Title 42, Chapter 2, Conducting Business Under Assumed Name; and

(ii) providing a copy of the filed certificate to the commissioner.

(b) Failure to comply with Subsection (1)(a) shall result in the suspension of the license.

(2) Each licensee shall have at least one physical location from which the normal business of the agency is conducted.  The address of this location shall be on file with the commissioner at all times and is not a public record pursuant to Subsection 63G-2-301(2)(b)(ii) [34].

(3) The license certificate issued by the commissioner shall be posted in a conspicuous place in the principal office of the licensee.

(4) Subject to the provisions of this chapter, a licensee may solicit business through any accepted form of advertising.

(a) Any advertisement shall contain the licensee’s name and license number as it appears on the license certificate.

(b) A licensee may not use false, deceptive, or misleading advertising.

(Amended by Chapter 382, 2008 General Session)

53-9-116 Divulging investigative information — False reports prohibited.

(1) Except as otherwise provided by this chapter, a licensee may not divulge or release to anyone other than his client or employer the contents of an investigative file acquired in the course of licensed investigative activity.  However, the board shall have access to investigative files if the client for whom the information was acquired, or his lawful representative, alleges a violation of this chapter by the licensee or if the prior written consent of the client to divulge or release the information has been obtained.

(2) A licensee may not willfully make a false statement or report to a client, employer, the board, or any authorized representative of the department, concerning information acquired in the course of activities regulated by this chapter.

(3) The licensee shall submit investigative reports to a client at times and in the manner agreed upon between the licensee and the client.

(4) Upon demand by the client, the licensee shall divulge to the client the results of an investigation if payment in full has been tendered for the charges levied.

(5) The licensee has full right to withdraw from any case and refund any portion of a retainer for which investigative work has not been completed.

(Amended by Chapter 212, 1998 General Session)

53-9-117 Authority to investigate complaint — Filing of complaints — Response — Retention of records — Appeal — Penalties collected.

(1) The bureau or board may initiate an investigation of any person advertising services or engaged in performing services that require a license under this chapter and shall investigate if a licensee is engaged in activities that do not comply with or are prohibited by this chapter.

(2) The bureau shall enforce the provisions of this chapter without regard to the place or location in which a violation may have occurred, and on the complaint of any person, may investigate any alleged violation of this chapter or the business and business methods of any licensee or applicant for licensure under this chapter.

(3) Complaints against any licensee shall be filed with the bureau in writing on forms prescribed by the bureau.

(a) Upon receipt of a complaint, or at the request of the board, the bureau shall assign the complaint to an investigator within the bureau.

(b) The bureau will provide a copy of the complaint to the licensee who shall answer the complaint in writing within 15 working days of the date the complaint is sent to the licensee by certified mail.

(4) In any investigation undertaken by the bureau, each licensee on request shall provide records and truthfully respond to questions concerning activities regulated under this chapter.

(a) These records shall be maintained for five years at the principal place of business of the licensee or at another location approved by the board for a person whose license has been terminated, canceled, or revoked.

(b) On request by the bureau the licensee shall:

(i) during normal business hours or other time acceptable to the parties, make its records available immediately to the bureau unless the bureau determines that an extension may be granted; and

(ii) provide copies of any business records requested by the bureau.

(5) Upon completion of the investigation, the bureau shall report its findings of fact to the board, and shall make a recommendation as to whether disciplinary action is warranted under Section 53-9-118, including whether emergency action should be taken under Subsection (8).

(6)(a) If the bureau recommends disciplinary action, a notice of the recommendations in Subsection (5) shall be sent by the bureau to the licensee by certified mail.

(b) The notice shall include the date and time of the meeting where the board will consider the bureau’s recommendation.

(c) The board shall give the licensee an opportunity at the meeting to present testimony and evidence in response to the bureau’s recommendation.

(7) If the board finds, based on the investigation or hearing, that a violation of Section 53-9-118 has occurred, notice of the board’s decision shall be sent to the licensee at the licensee’s most recent address in the bureau’s files by certified mail, return receipt requested.

(8) Based on information the board receives from the investigation or during a hearing, the board may:

(a) dismiss the complaint if the board finds it is without merit;

(b) take emergency action;

(c) issue a letter of concern, if applicable;

(d) impose a civil penalty not to exceed $500;

(e) place the license on suspension for a period of not more than 12 months;

(f) revoke the license; and

(g) place all records, evidence findings, and conclusion, and any other information pertinent to the investigation, in a confidential and protected records section of the licensee’s file maintained at the bureau.

(9) A letter of concern issued for a violation of Section 53-9-118 is a document that is retained by the bureau and may be used in future disciplinary actions against a licensee.

(10)(a) Appeal of the board’s decision shall be made in writing to the commissioner within 15 days from the date the board’s decision is mailed to the licensee.

(b) The commissioner shall review the board’s finding and may affirm, return to the board for reconsideration, reverse, adopt, modify, supplement, amend, or reject the recommendation of the board.

(11)(a) The commissioner shall issue a final written order within 30 days outlining the decision on appeal.

(b) The final order is final agency action for purposes of judicial review under Section 63G-4-402.

(12)(a) If the board finds, based on the bureau’s investigation, that the public health, safety, or welfare requires emergency action, the board may order a summary suspension of a license pending proceedings for revocation or other action.

(b) If the board issues a summary suspension order, the board shall issue to the licensee a written notice of the order and indicate the licensee’s right to request a formal hearing before the board.  The notice shall be mailed to the licensee by certified mail, return receipt requested.

(c) The licensee’s request for a formal hearing shall be in writing and mailed to the bureau within 30 working days of the date the summary suspension was mailed to the licensee.

(13) All penalties collected under this section shall be deposited in the General Fund.

(Amended by Chapter 432, 2011 General Session)

53-9-118 Grounds for disciplinary action.

          The board may suspend or revoke a license or registration or deny an application for a license if a person engages in:

(1) fraud or willful misrepresentation in applying for an original license or renewal of an existing license;

(2) using any letterhead, advertising, or other printed matter in any manner representing that the licensee is an instrumentality of the federal government, a state, or any political subdivision of a state;

(3) using a name different from that under which the licensee is currently licensed for any advertising, solicitation, or contract to secure business unless the name is an authorized fictitious name;

(4) impersonating, permitting, or aiding and abetting an employee or independent contractor to impersonate a peace officer or employee of the United States, any state, or a political subdivision of a state;

(5) knowingly violating, advising, encouraging, or assisting the violation of any statute, court order, or injunction in the course of a business regulated under this chapter;

(6) falsifying fingerprints or photographs while operating under this chapter;

(7) conviction of a felony;

(8) conviction of any act involving illegally using, carrying, or possessing a dangerous weapon;

(9) conviction of any act involving moral turpitude;

(10) conviction of any act of personal violence or force against any person or conviction of threatening to commit any act of personal violence or force against any person;

(11) soliciting business for an attorney in return for compensation;

(12) conviction of any act constituting dishonesty or fraud;

(13) being placed on probation, parole, or named in an outstanding arrest warrant;

(14) committing or permitting any employee or independent contractor to commit any act during the period when the license is expired or suspended;

(15) willfully neglecting to render to a client services or a report as agreed between the parties and for which compensation has been paid or tendered in accordance with the agreement of the parties unless the licensee chooses to withdraw from the case and returns the funds for work not yet completed;

(16) the unauthorized release of information acquired on behalf of a client by a licensee, or its employee or contract agent as a result of activities regulated under this chapter;

(17) failing to cooperate with, misrepresenting to, or refusing access to business or investigative records requested by the board or an authorized representative of the bureau engaged in an official investigation pursuant to this chapter;

(18) employing or contracting with any unlicensed or improperly licensed person or agency to conduct activities regulated under this chapter if the licensure status was known or could have been ascertained by reasonable inquiry;

(19) permitting, authorizing, aiding, or in any way assisting an employee to conduct services as described in this chapter on an independent contractor basis and not under the authority of the licensed agency;

(20) failure to maintain in full force and effect liability or workers’ compensation insurance, or a surety bond, if applicable;

(21) conducting private investigation services regulated by this chapter on a revoked or suspended license;

(22) accepting employment, contracting, or in any way engaging in employment that has an adverse impact on investigations being conducted on behalf of clients;

(23) advertising in a false, deceptive, or misleading manner;

(24) refusing to display the identification card issued by the bureau to any person having reasonable cause to verify the validity of the license;

(25) committing any act of unprofessional conduct;

(26) conviction of any act of illegally obtaining or disseminating private, controlled, or protected records under Section 63G-2-801; or

(27) any other conduct prohibited by this chapter.

(Amended by Chapter 432, 2011 General Session)

53-9-119 Violation — Penalty.

          Any person who violates any provision of this chapter is guilty of a class A misdemeanor.

(Amended by Chapter 212, 1998 General Session)

53-9-121 Limited-use license.

(1) As used in this section:

(a) “Legislative body” means:

(i) the Legislature;

(ii) the Utah House of Representatives;

(iii) the Utah Senate;

(iv) a special investigative committee; or

(v) a staff office of the Legislature.

(b) “Special investigative committee” is as defined in Subsection 36-12-9(1) [35].

(2) Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter, a person is qualified to receive a limited-use license if the person:

(a) is licensed, in good standing, by another state, district, or territory of the United States to provide the services of a private investigator or private detective; and

(b) is retained by a legislative body to provide the services of a private investigator or private detective for:

(i) a special investigative committee; or

(ii) a purpose relating to impeachment.

(3) A person holding a limited-use license may only provide the services described in Subsection (2)(b).

(4) The bureau shall issue a limited-use license to a person within five days after the day on which the bureau receives notice from a legislative body that:

(a) the person meets the qualifications described in Subsection (2)(a); and

(b) the legislative body has retained the person to provide the services described in Subsection (2)(b).

(5) The bureau may not:

(a) impose a qualification for the receipt of a limited-use license other than the qualifications described in Subsection (2)(a); or

(b) charge a fee to issue a limited-use license.

(6) A limited-use license expires when the person to whom it is issued is no longer retained by a legislative body to provide a service described in Subsection (2)(b).

(Enacted by Chapter 3, 2013 Special Session 1)

53-9-122 Exemptions from licensure.

          Except as otherwise provided by statute or rule, the following individuals may engage in the practice of an occupation or profession regulated by this title, subject to the stated circumstances and limitations, without being licensed under this title:

(1) an individual licensed under the laws of this state, other than under this title, to practice or engage in an occupation or profession, while engaged in the lawful, professional, and competent practice of that occupation or profession;

(2) an individual serving in the armed forces of the United States, the United States Public Health Service, the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, or any other federal agency while engaged in activities regulated under this title as a part of employment with that federal agency if the individual holds a valid license to practice the regulated occupation or profession issued by any other state or jurisdiction recognized by the department; and

(3) the spouse of an individual serving in the armed forces of the United States while the individual is stationed within this state, if:

(a) the spouse holds a valid license to practice the regulated occupation or profession issued by any other state or jurisdiction recognized by the department; and

(b) the license is current and the spouse is in good standing in the state or jurisdiction of licensure.

(Enacted by Chapter 462, 2018 General Session)

 

UT Administrative Code Rule R722-330. Licensing of Private Investigators.

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UTAH PRIVATE INVESTIGATORS - STATUTES & CODES

Utah Administrative Code.
Rule R722-330. Licensing of Private Investigators.

R722.  Public Safety, Criminal Investigations and Technical Services, Criminal Identification.

R722-330.  Licensing of Private Investigators.

R722-330-1.  Purpose.

The purpose of this rule is to establish procedures for the licensing of private investigator agencies, registrants, and apprentices.

R722-330-2.  Authority.

This rule is authorized by Subsections 53-9-103(2)(c) and 53-9-103(6) [36].

R722-330-3.  Definitions.

(1)  Terms used in this rule are defined in Section 53-9-102 [37].

(2)  In addition:

(a)  “act involving moral turpitude” means conduct which:

(i)  is done knowingly contrary to justice, honesty, or good morals;

(ii)  has an element of falsification or fraud; or

(iii)  contains an element of harm or injury directed to another person or another’s property;

(b)  “FBI” means the Federal Bureau of Investigation;

(c)  “felony” means a crime under the laws of this state, any other state, the United States, or any district, possession, or territory of the United States for which the penalty is a term of imprisonment in excess of one year;

(d)  “legal resident of this state” means a person who has established a domicile in Utah, as that term is defined in Section 41-1a-202 [38];

(e)  “license” means a license for a private investigator agency, registrant, or apprentice;

(f)  “revocation” means the permanent deprivation of a private investigator license, however revocation of a private investigator license does not preclude an individual from applying for a new private investigator license if the reason for revocation no longer exists; and

(g)  “suspension” means the temporary deprivation, for a specified period of time, of a private investigator license.

R722-330-4.  Application for Licensure.

(1)(a)  An applicant seeking to obtain a license shall submit a completed application packet to the bureau.

(b)  The application packet shall include:

(i)  a written application form provided by the bureau with the applicant’s residential or physical address and mailing or business address;

(ii)  one recent color photograph of passport quality which contains the applicant’s name written on the back of the photograph, unless the applicant submitted a photo which meets these requirements to the bureau within the previous three years;

(iii)  a photocopy of a driver license or identification card issued by the state of Utah;

(iv)  one completed FBI applicant fingerprint card (Form FD-258) with the applicant’s legible fingerprints; and

(v)  the non-refundable license and registration fee in the amount indicated in Section 53-9-111 [39] plus the FBI fingerprint processing fee, in the form of cash, check, money order, or credit card.

(2)  If an applicant is applying for an agency license, the applicant shall also provide:

(a)  the name under which the applicant intends to do business;

(b)  a completed Verification of Investigative Experience Form which documents that the applicant has performed 10,000 hours of investigative experience as provided in Subsection 53-9-108(3) [40];

(c)  a certificate of liability insurance for the applicant in an amount of not less than $500,000 as described in Subsection 53-9-109(3) [41]; and

(d)  a certificate of workers’ compensation insurance, if applicable.

(3)  If the applicant is applying for a registrant license, the applicant shall also provide:

(a)  the name of the licensed agency for which the applicant will be an employee or independent contractor;

(b)  authorization from a licensed agency indicating that the agency will employ or contract with the applicant;

(c)  a completed Verification of Investigative Experience Form which documents that the applicant has performed 2,000 hours of investigative experience as provided in Subsection 53-9-108(3) [40]; and

(d)  a surety bond for the applicant in an amount of not less than $10,000 as described in Subsection 53-9-110(3) [42].

(4)  If the applicant is applying for an apprentice license, the applicant shall also provide:

(a)  the name of the licensed agency for which the applicant will be an employee or independent contractor;

(b)  authorization from a licensed agency indicating that the agency will employ or contract with the applicant; and

(c)  a surety bond for the applicant in an amount of not less than $10,000 as described in Subsection 53-9-110(3) [42].

R722-330-5.  Verification of Investigative Experience.

(1)(a)  When completing the Verification of Investigative Experience Form for an agency or registrant license, the applicant shall describe, in detail, the number of hours and the type of investigative work which the applicant performed.

(b)  The investigative experience shall have been performed within ten years from the date of the application while the applicant was working as a licensed private investigator or an investigator for a governmental entity.

(c)(i)  The Verification of Investigative Experience Form shall be certified by the private investigator or governmental employer for whom the applicant performed the investigative work.

(ii)  If the applicant is unable to provide certification from a private investigator or governmental employer, the applicant may provide certification from the individual for whom the applicant performed the investigative work.

(2)  An applicant seeking to receive credit towards the investigative experience requirement for licensure under Subsection 53-9-108(5) [40], shall provide written documentation of the degree or certification for which the applicant is seeking credit.

R722-330-6.  Issuance of License.

(1)(a)  Upon receipt of a completed application packet, the bureau shall conduct a thorough background investigation to determine if the applicant meets the requirements for licensure.

(b)  Once the background check is complete, the bureau shall submit the completed application packet to the board for review, unless the application is for an apprentice license.

(c)(i)  The bureau shall review all applications for apprentice licenses to determine whether the applicants meet the requirements for licensure.

(ii)  If the bureau finds that an applicant for an apprentice license meets the requirements for licensure, the bureau shall issue the apprentice license within five days.

(iii)  If the bureau finds that an applicant for an apprentice license does not meet the requirements for licensure, the bureau shall submit the application to the board.

(2)(a)  The board shall review all application packets submitted by the bureau to determine whether an applicant meets the requirements for licensure.

(b)  If the board determines that an applicant meets the requirements for licensure, the board shall direct the bureau to issue the license.

(3)  If the background check indicates that an applicant does not meet the qualifications set forth in Subsection 53-9-108(1)(b) [40], the board shall consider any mitigating circumstances submitted by the applicant.

(4)(a)  If the board determines that an applicant does not meet the qualifications for licensure the board shall deny the application.

(b)  The board shall issue a written denial which states the reasons why the license was denied and indicates that the applicant may request a hearing before the board by filing a written request within 30 calendar days from the date the board’s written denial was issued.

(5)(a)  If the applicant requests a hearing, the board shall conduct an informal hearing during which the applicant may present evidence and testimony in response to evidence and testimony presented by the bureau.

(b)  The board shall issue a written decision, within ten business days of the hearing, which states the reason for the decision and indicates that the decision may be reviewed by the commissioner if the applicant files a written request for review with the commissioner within 30 calendar days.

(6)(a)  If the applicant requests review of the board’s decision, the commissioner or his designee shall review the materials in the bureau’s file, any materials submitted by the applicant, and the findings of the board.

(b)  The commissioner shall issue a written decision, within 30 calendar days from the date of the request for review, which states the reasons for the decision and indicates that the applicant may appeal to the district court by complying with the requirements found in Section 63G-4-402 [43].

R722-330-7.  Renewal of a License.

(1)(a) The bureau shall mail a renewal notice to a licensee at the last provided address, approximately 90 days prior to the expiration of the licensee’s license.

(2)(a)  A licensee seeking to renew a license shall submit a completed renewal packet to the bureau.

(b)  The renewal packet shall include:

(i)  a written renewal form provided by the bureau with the licensee’s residential or physical address and mailing or business address;

(ii)  one recent color photograph of passport quality which contains the licensee’s name written on the back of the photograph, unless the licensee submitted a photo which meets these requirements to the bureau within the previous three years;

(iii)  a photocopy of a driver license or identification card issued by the state of Utah; and

(iv)  a non-refundable processing fee in the form of cash, check, money order, or credit card in the amount required by Section 53-9-111 [44].

(3)  If the licensee has an agency license, the licensee must also provide evidence that the licensee has a valid certificate of:

(a)  liability insurance for the licensee in an amount of not less than $500,000 as described in Subsection 53-9-109(3) [36]; and

(b)  workers’ compensation insurance, if applicable.

(4)  If the licensee has a registrant or an apprentice license, the licensee must provide evidence that the licensee has a valid surety bond for the licensee in an amount of not less than $10,000 as described in Subsection 53-9-110(3) [42].

(5)  A licensee whose license has been expired for more than 90 days, shall reapply and meet all requirements found in R722-330-4.

(6)  If the licensee meets the qualifications for renewal the bureau shall renew the license.

(7)(a)  If the bureau determines that the licensee does not meet the qualifications for renewal the bureau shall deny the renewal.

(b)  The bureau’s written denial shall state the reasons why the renewal was denied and indicate that the licensee may request a hearing before the board by filing a written request within 30 calendar days from the date the bureau’s written denial was issued.

(8)(a)  If the licensee requests review by the board, the board shall conduct an informal hearing during which the licensee may present evidence and testimony in response to evidence and testimony presented by the bureau.

(b)  The board shall issue a written decision, within ten business days of the hearing, which states the reason for the decision, and indicates that the decision may be reviewed by the commissioner if the licensee files a written request for review with the commissioner within 30 calendar days.

(9)(a)  If the licensee requests review of the board’s decision, the commissioner or his designee shall review the materials in the bureau’s file, any materials submitted by the licensee, and the findings of the board.

(b)  The commissioner shall issue a written decision, within 30 calendar days from the date of the request for review, which states the reasons for the decision and indicates that the licensee may appeal to the district court by complying with the requirements found in Section 63G-4-402 [43].

R722-330-8.  Suspension and Revocation of a License.

(1)  The bureau shall conduct an investigation, as provided in Section 53-9-117 [45], if the bureau is made aware of an allegation that a licensee has engaged in conduct in violation of Section 53-9-118 [46].

(2)  The bureau shall notify a licensee who is the subject of an investigation of the date and time of the board meeting where the board will consider the bureau’s investigative findings.

(3)  The board shall conduct an informal hearing during which the licensee may present evidence and testimony in response to the bureau’s investigative findings and recommendations.

(4)  The board shall issue a written decision, within ten business days after the hearing, which states the reasons for the board’s decision, and indicates that the licensee may appeal to the commissioner by filing a written request within 15 calendar days from the date that the board’s written decision was issued.

(5)(a)  If the licensee requests review of the board’s decision, the commissioner or his designee shall review the materials in the bureau’s file, any materials submitted by the licensee, and the findings of the board.

(b)  The commissioner shall issue a written decision, within 30 calendar days from the date of the request for review, which states the reasons for the decision and indicates that the licensee may appeal to the district court by complying with the requirements found in Section 63G-4-402 [43].

R722-330-9.  Records Access.

(1)(a)  Information gathered by the division in the course of investigating an application or complaint shall be considered “protected” information in accordance with Subsection 63G-2-305(10) [47].

(b)  If such information is used as the basis for the denial, suspension, or revocation of a license, the applicant or licensee shall be entitled to access the information.

KEY:  private investigators, license

Date of Enactment or Last Substantive Amendment:  July 22, 2015

Notice of Continuation:  January 7, 2015

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law:  53-9-101 through 53-9-119 [23]

Link to source document here [48].

MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING

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PIAU POLICY STATEMENT

MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING

Purpose:  To define the status of “Member in Good Standing.”

Background:  Certain administrative and operational actions require that members of the organization are members in good standing in order to fully participate in the administrative or operational action. These actions include and are not limited to: nomination and service in the board of directors; voting on member-eligible voting matters; and, use and possession of Corporate-owned marks, symbols, and property.

Authority:  The Board of Directors and the Officers of the Corporation are authorized to conduct and manage the affairs and the daily operations of the of the Corporation (Bylaws Articles 6.1 and 6.2).

Policy:  A “member in good standing” is defined as any member of the PIAU that:

  1. Has applied for membership to the PIAU for one of the membership classes defined in Bylaws Article 5.1, and
  2. Said application for membership has been approved by the Board of Directors of in accordance with Bylaws Article 5.3.5., and
  3. All membership dues, fees and assessments are paid, and none are owing to the Corporation in accordance with Bylaws Article 11, and
  4. The member is not currently subject to disciplinary action in accordance with Bylaws Article 5.2.2, and

Who has, within the past twelve months of the date for which “in good standing” status is considered, attended at least 50% of the regularly scheduled meetings defined in the Bylaws Articles 7.1 and 7.2.

 

Adopted and Approved by the Board of Directors

Date:  January 31, 2019

By:      /s/ Kevin Wyatt, President

PIAU Annual Training & Networking Conference

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October 12, 2018
08:30 – 20:30
Fee:  PIAU Members – no fee
Non-Members: $50.00

Hilton Gardens Hotel
277 Sego Lily Dr. Sandy, UT 84070
(across the street from Sandy City Hall)

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This year we have a great lineup of speakers and presentations that you will not want to miss! Mark your calendars now and register today.

  • Fingerprinting – local law enforcement officers will discuss techniques for dusting and lifting fingerprints from crime scenes and conference participants will have the opportunity to apply these skills real time.
  • The Law and the PI – retired Assistant Attorney General will discuss important legal topics as they relate to the private investigator including:
    • Appropriate drone use and restrictions.
    • Trespassing and stalking.
    • Financial records access.
    • GPS placement and tracking, and other critical topics.
  • Best Practices 101 – experienced private investigator, paralegal, and prior law enforcement officer will discuss subjects critical to your practice’s success including:
    • Assignment survival – cover the basics before you leave the office, it could save you time and money.
    • New clients and cases – Vetting clients to determine if this the right case for your practice.
    • Process service basics – avoid legal challenges by doing it right the first time.
    • Ethical vs. legal considerations – clean investigations and “keeping it between the lines.”
  • DNA and the PI – professional DNA lab technicians will present and discuss DNA use and collection applications for the private investigator including collection, preservation, and practical uses of DNA lab results.
  • Utah Interactive Online Data Resources – team members from Utah Interactive will discuss and demonstrate practical uses of the stat of Utah’s online data repositories including:
    • Division of Motor Vehicle Title, License and Registration (TLR) records
    • Driver’s License Division records
    • Business Entity records, and more.
  • PIAU General Business and Membership – regular quarterly business items including updates to the corporate bylaws.

All of this and of course outstanding networking opportunities.  Agencies should bring business cards and brochures to share and Apprentices/Registrants should prepare and bring a one or two-page (we suggest two sided printing) bio detailing your experience, availability, and the types of work you are wanting to do to share with the Agents that hire out to Apprentices/Registrants.

We will also raffle some fun items during the conference. You’ll get one free ticket with your admission and additional tickets will be available for purchase. Lunch is provided.

Join us for this great and networking opportunity – we’re confident you’ll have a great time. I look forward to seeing everyone at the conference!

Kevin Wyatt
President

Register Today!

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