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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
As used in this part:
(1) “Corporal punishment” means the intentional infliction of physical pain upon the body of a student as a disciplinary measure.
(2) “Physical escort” means a temporary touching or holding of the hand, wrist, arm, shoulder, or back for the purpose of guiding a student to another location.
(3) “Physical restraint” means a personal restriction that immobilizes or significantly reduces the ability of a student to move the student's arms, legs, body, or head freely.
(4) “School” means a public or private elementary school, secondary school, or preschool.
(5) “Student” means an individual who is:
(a) under the age of 19 and receiving educational services; or
(b) under the age of 23 and receiving educational services as an individual with a disability.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Utah Code Title 53G. Public Education System--Local Administration § 53G-8-301. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ut/title-53g-public-education-system-local-administration/ut-code-sect-53g-8-301/
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