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Utah Code Title 63G. General Government § 63G-20-103. Interpretation

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(1) Utah state courts and courts of the United States shall broadly construe this chapter in favor of a broad protection of religious beliefs, exercises, and conscience to the maximum extent permitted by the terms of this chapter and the Utah and United States constitutions.

(2) Nothing in this chapter may be construed to limit:

(a) the authority of a state or local government or a state or local government official to protect the health, safety, or property of Utah residents through lawful means;

(b) the application of Utah's criminal laws;

(c) the application of Utah's laws barring discrimination in employment or housing; or

(d) the application of Utah's laws barring discrimination in public accommodations, subject to Section 63G-20-201.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Utah Code Title 63G. General Government § 63G-20-103. Interpretation - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ut/title-63g-general-government/ut-code-sect-63g-20-103/

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