(1) This rule is authorized by:
- (a) Utah Constitution Article X, Section 3, which vests general control and supervision over public education in the Board;
- (b) Section 53E-6-506, which directs the Board to adopt rules regarding UPPAC duties and procedures; and
- (c) Subsection 53E-3-401(4), which allows the Board to make rules to execute the Board's duties and responsibilities under the Utah Constitution and state law.
- (2) The purpose of this rule is to establish procedures for evaluation of a licensure applicant's criminal background review.
- (3) If a licensed educator is charged with a misdemeanor or felony after receiving a license under Rule R277-301, the Executive Secretary shall review the matter with UPPAC in accordance with Rule R277-211 to determine how to proceed.
- (4) The standards and procedures of the Utah Administrative Procedures Act do not apply to this rule under the exemption of Subsection 63G-4-102(2)(d).
- (5) This rule is categorized as exempt as described in Rule R277-111.
KEY: educator licenses, background reviews, background checks
Date of Last Change: February 9, 2026
Notice of Continuation: December 15, 2025
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: Art X Sec 3; 53E-6-506; 53E-3-401(4)