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Utah House Approves Measure Letting State Patrol Use One Unmarked Vehicle for Selective Traffic Enforcement
Summary
The Utah House passed HB 9 as amended after heated debate over unmarked police vehicles and public safety. Supporters said limited use by uniformed Highway Patrol officers will deter aggressive driving; opponents warned of visibility loss and safety risks for motorists and women stopping for unmarked cars.
The Utah House on Jan. 25 approved House Bill 9, permitting the Utah Highway Patrol to use a limited unmarked vehicle for selective traffic enforcement, passing the measure 38–35.
Sponsor Representative Gladwell said the amendment narrows the bill to allow the Highway Patrol to employ one unmarked vehicle in targeted operations and stressed that the officers working those vehicles will be in full uniform. "They already have these unmarked cars," Gladwell said, adding the amendment clarifies how they may be used.
Supporters, including Representative Bush, argued the change would…
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