1. (1) A defendant may withdraw a plea of not guilty at any time before conviction.

2. (2) A defendant may only withdraw a plea of guilty or no contest upon:

   1. (a) a leave of the court; and
   2. (b) a showing that the defendant did not knowingly or voluntarily make the plea.
3. (3) A defendant shall make a motion to withdraw a plea of guilty or no contest in accordance with Rule 11 of the Utah Rules of Criminal Procedure.

Amended by Chapter 358, 2025 General Session