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Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-704 — Civil cause of action.
Current through 2026 General Session
Part of Part 7: Genital Mutilation, Utah Code.
Full text of Utah Code Ann. § 76-5-704
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.
(1) An individual upon whom female genital mutilation was performed may bring a civil action in any court of competent jurisdiction for female genital mutilation any time within 10 years of: (1)(a) the procedure being performed; or (1)(b) the victim's 18th birthday. (2) The court may award actual, compensatory, and punitive damages, and any other appropriate relief. (3) A prevailing plaintiff shall be awarded attorney fees and costs. (4) Treble damages may be awarded if the plaintiff proves the defendant's acts were willful and malicious. (5) If a health care provider is charged and prosecuted for a violation of Section 76-5-702, Section 78B-3-416 may not apply to an action against the health care provider under this section.
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