Utah legal term
Tactical group in Utah Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Utah legislative session
In Utah criminal law, “Tactical group” 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 “Tactical group” mean in Utah criminal law?
"Tactical group" means a special unit, within a law enforcement agency, specifically trained and equipped to respond to critical, high-risk situations. (Utah Code Ann. § 77-7-8.5)
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