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(1) As used in this section:
(a) “Cohabitant” has the same meaning as defined in Section 78B-7-102.
(b) “Domestic violence” has the same meaning as in Section 77-36-1.
(c) “In the presence of a child” means:
(i) in the physical presence of a child; or
(ii) having knowledge that a child is present and may see or hear an act of domestic violence.
(2) A person commits domestic violence in the presence of a child if the person:
(a) commits or attempts to commit criminal homicide, as defined in Section 76-5-201, against a cohabitant in the presence of a child; or
(b) intentionally causes serious bodily injury to a cohabitant or uses a dangerous weapon, as defined in Section 76-1-601, or other means or force likely to produce death or serious bodily injury against a cohabitant, in the presence of a child; or
(c) under circumstances not amounting to a violation of Subsection (2)(a) or (b), commits an act of domestic violence in the presence of a child.
(3)(a) A person who violates Subsection (2)(a) or (b) is guilty of a third degree felony.
(b) A person who violates Subsection (2)(c) is guilty of a class B misdemeanor.
(4) A charge under this section is separate and distinct from, and is in addition to, a charge of domestic violence where the victim is the cohabitant. Either or both charges may be filed by the prosecutor.
(5) A person who commits a violation of this section when more than one child is present is guilty of one offense of domestic violence in the presence of a child regarding each child present when the violation occurred.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Utah Code Title 76. Utah Criminal Code § 76-5-109.1. Commission of domestic violence in the presence of a child - last updated May 05, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ut/title-76-utah-criminal-code/ut-code-sect-76-5-109-1.html
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