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UT HB0289
Bill
Status
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Ariel Defay
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AI Summary
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Creates new criminal offenses for possessing, producing, or distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM), replacing previous terminology in Utah code
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Establishes enhanced penalties for offenses involving younger victims or larger quantities of illegal material
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Requires convicted offenders to register on the sex offender registry and may impose mandatory minimum sentences
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Authorizes law enforcement to use specific investigative techniques for CSAM cases, including undercover operations
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Provides restitution provisions for victims depicted in child sexual abuse material
Legislative Description
Child Sexual Abuse Material Amendments
Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
Last Action
House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
3/16/2026