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Enclosed compartment in Utah Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Utah legislative session

In Utah criminal law, “Enclosed compartment” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Utah criminal code.

What does “Enclosed compartment” mean in Utah criminal law?

"Enclosed compartment" means any enclosed area of a motor vehicle, including the passenger compartment, regardless of whether a door, window, or hatch is left open. (Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-115)

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Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.