Utah Code § 73-18-20.1

Seizure of a vessel
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(1) A peace officer, without a warrant, may seize and take possession of a vessel: 
 
 (a) that is placed or being operated on the waters of this state with improper registration; 
 
 
 
 (b) that the peace officer has reason to believe has been stolen; 
 
 
 
 (c) on which any hull identification number or serial number for an engine or outboard motor has been defaced, altered, or obliterated; 
 
 
 
 (d) that has been abandoned on public land, highways, or waters of this state; or 
 
 
 
 (e) if the registration or title fees for the vessel or outboard motor have not been paid. 
 
 
 
 
 
 (2) If necessary for the transportation of a seized vessel, the vessel's trailer may be seized to transport and store the vessel. 
 
 
 
 (3) Any peace officer seizing or taking possession of a vessel under this section shall comply with the provisions of Section 41-6a-1406.

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