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Utah Code Title 79. Natural Resources § 79-2-703. Division director--Qualifications--Duties--Special deputies

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

<Section effective Jan. 1, 2025.>

(1) The director is the executive and administrative head of the division, appointed in accordance with Section 79-2-204.

(2) The director shall demonstrate:

(a) experience as a sworn law enforcement officer; and

(b) law enforcement leadership ability.

(3) The director shall:

(a) enforce the policies and rules of the department's divisions; and

(b) perform the duties necessary to:

(i) coordinate, prioritize, and direct the law enforcement needs of the divisions within the department;

(ii) properly care for and maintain any property under the jurisdiction of the division; and

(iii) carry out the purposes of this part.

(4)(a) The director may appoint an individual, on a temporary basis, as a special deputy.

(b) A special deputy may enforce this part and rules made under this part.

(5) The director may deputize an individual who is a peace officer to assist the division on a seasonal or temporary basis.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Utah Code Title 79. Natural Resources § 79-2-703. Division director--Qualifications--Duties--Special deputies - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ut/title-79-natural-resources/ut-code-sect-79-2-703/

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