2019 Utah Code
Title 13 - Commerce and Trade
Chapter 2 - Division of Consumer Protection
Section 5 - Powers of director.

Universal Citation: UT Code § 13-2-5 (2019)
13-2-5. Powers of director.
The director has authority to:
  • (1) in accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, issue rules to administer and enforce the chapters listed in Section 13-2-1;
  • (2) investigate the activities of any business governed by the laws administered and enforced by the division;
  • (3) take administrative and judicial action against persons in violation of the division rules and the laws administered and enforced by it, including the issuance of cease and desist orders;
  • (4) coordinate, cooperate, and assist with business and industry desiring or attempting to correct unfair business practices between competitors;
  • (5) provide consumer information and education to the public and assist any organization providing such services; and
  • (6) coordinate with, assist, and utilize the assistance of federal, state, and local agencies in the performance of the director's duties and the protection of the public.


Amended by Chapter 382, 2008 General Session
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