R651-620. Protection of Resources Park System Property  


R651-620-1. Applicability of Criminal Code
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Offenses against capital improvements, natural and cultural resources will normally be handled through the Utah Criminal Code.


R651-620-2. Trespass
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(1) A person may be found guilty of a class B misdemeanor, as stated in Utah Code Annotated, Section 79-4-502 if that person engages in activities within a park area without specific written authorization by the division. These activities include:(a) construction, or causing to construct, any structure, including buildings, fences water control devices, roads, utility lines or towers, or any other improvements;(b)removal, extraction, use, consumption, possession or destruction of any natural or cultural resource;(c)grazing of livestock, except as provided in Utah Code Annotated, Section 72-3-112. A cause of action for the trespass of livestock may be initiated in accordance with 78B-2-305; (d)use or occupation of park area property for more than 30 days after the cancellation or expiration of permit, lease, or concession agreement; or(e)any use or occupation in violation of division rules.

(2) The provisions of this section do not apply to division employees in the performance of their duties.

(3) Violations described in section (1) are subject to penalties as provided in Utah Code Annotated, Section 76-3-204 and Section 76-3-301.


R651-620-3. Tossing, Throwing, or Rolling of Rocks and other Materials
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The tossing, throwing, or rolling of rocks or other materials into valleys or canyons or down hills and mountains is prohibited.


R651-620-4. Firewood
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Collecting or cutting of firewood is prohibited without a permit.


R651-620-5. Glass Containers
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Use or possession of glass containers is prohibited in posted areas.


R651-620-6. Metal Detecting
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Metal detecting is prohibited without a permit.