2006 Utah Code - 76-1-502 — Negating defense by allegation or proof -- When not required.

     76-1-502.   Negating defense by allegation or proof -- When not required.
     Section 76-1-501 does not require negating a defense:
     (1) By allegation in an information, indictment, or other charge; or
     (2) By proof, unless:
     (a) The defense is in issue in the case as a result of evidence presented at trial, either by the prosecution or the defense; or
     (b) The defense is an affirmative defense, and the defendant has presented evidence of such affirmative defense.

Enacted by Chapter 196, 1973 General Session