Possession of dangerous weapon by minor.

1. Law
2. Utah Code
3. Utah Criminal Code
4. Offenses Against Public Health, Safety, Welfare, and Morals
5. Weapons
6. Possession of dangerous weapon by minor.

• (1) A minor under 18 years of age may not possess a dangerous weapon unless he:
  • (a) has the permission of his parent or guardian to have the weapon; or
  • (b) is accompanied by a parent or guardian while he has the weapon in his possession.

• (2) Any minor under 14 years of age in possession of a dangerous weapon shall be accompanied by a responsible adult.

• (3) Any person who violates this section is guilty of:
  • (a) a class B misdemeanor upon the first offense; and
  • (b) a class A misdemeanor for each subsequent offense.

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