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Utah Code Ann. § 77-16b-104 — Involuntary feeding or hydration of prisoners - Standards, continuing jurisdiction, and records.
Current through 2026 General Session
Part of Chapter 16b: Involuntary Feeding and Hydration of Inmates, Utah Code.
Full text of Utah Code Ann. § 77-16b-104
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) Any involuntary nutrition or hydration of a prisoner pursuant to this chapter shall be conducted under immediate medical supervision and in a medically recognized and acceptable manner. (2) Upon the filing of a petition pursuant to Section 77-16b-102, the court has the continuing jurisdiction to review the prisoner's need for involuntary nutrition or hydration as long as the prisoner remains in custody of the correctional facility. (3) A correctional facility shall maintain records of any involuntary feeding or hydration of prisoners under this chapter. (3)(a) The records are classified as "controlled" under Section 63G-2-304. (3)(b) All medical or mental health records submitted to the court under this chapter shall be kept under seal.
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