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Intercept in Utah Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Utah legislative session

In Utah criminal law, “Intercept” 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 “Intercept” mean in Utah criminal law?

"Intercept" means to electronically capture, record, reveal, or otherwise access, the signals emitted or received during the operation of a cellular telephone without the consent of the sender or receiver, by means of any instrument, device or equipment. (Utah Code Ann. § 76-6-409.5)

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice.