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Utah Code Ann. § 77-8-2 — Suspect's right to have attorney present.

Current through 2026 General Session

Part of Chapter 8: Lineups, Utah Code.

Full text of Utah Code Ann. § 77-8-2

Statutory text current through the 2026 General Session. This publication reproduces the official statutory text; it is not the official statutes of the State of Utah.

Utah Code Ann. § 77-8-2Primary source, current through the 2026 General Session
A suspect has the right to have an attorney present at any lineup. The magistrate or party in charge of the lineup shall notify the suspect of this right. Every suspect unable to employ counsel shall be entitled to representation by an attorney appointed by a magistrate for a lineup either before or after an arrest.

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