Civil cause of action.
Utah Code § 76-5-704
in effect76-5-704. Civil cause of action.
(1) An individual upon whom female genital mutilation was performed may bring a civil action in any court of competent jurisdiction for female genital mutilation any time within 10 years of:
(a) the procedure being performed; or
(b) the victim's 18th birthday.
(2) The court may award actual, compensatory, and punitive damages, and any other appropriate relief.
(3) A prevailing plaintiff shall be awarded attorney fees and costs.
(4) Treble damages may be awarded if the plaintiff proves the defendant's acts were willful and malicious.
(5) If a health care provider is charged and prosecuted for a violation of Section 76-5-702, Section 78B-3-416 may not apply to an action against the health care provider under this section.
Amended by Chapter 181, 2022 General Session
Source: Utah Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel (le.utah.gov)URL: https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title76/Chapter5/76-5-S704.html?v=C76-5-S704_2022050420220504Fetched: 10/26/2026