Utah Code Ann. § 41-6a-705

Passing on right -- When permissible.

Effective May 3, 2023Amended by Chapter 219, 2023 General Session
  1. (1) Subject to Section 41-6a-718, the operator of a vehicle may overtake and pass on the right of another vehicle only:

    1. (a) when the vehicle overtaken is making or preparing to make a left turn; or
    2. (b) on a roadway with unobstructed pavement of sufficient width for two or more lines of vehicles moving lawfully in the direction being traveled by the overtaking vehicle.
  2. (2) The operator of a vehicle may overtake and pass another vehicle on the right only under conditions permitting the movement with safety.
  3. (3) Except for a person operating a bicycle, the operator of a vehicle may not overtake and pass another vehicle if the movement is made by driving off the roadway.
  4. (4) A violation of this section is an infraction.

Amended by Chapter 219, 2023 General Session

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