Utah SB0019 mandates digital forensics laboratories for certain cities and counties and outlines fee options.

Utah SB0019, passed in 2026, addresses digital evidence examination by requiring specific cities and counties to establish their own digital forensics laboratories or share access through contracts. It also mandates that law enforcement agencies qualify as participating agencies or pay annual fees to the Department of Public Safety. The fees vary based on population size and are used to support the Regional Computer Forensics Laboratory. The bill defines key terms and sets deadlines for compliance and fee payments.

Utah SB0019 mandates digital forensics laboratories for certain cities and counties and outlines fee options.

Utah SB0019, passed in 2026, addresses digital evidence examination by requiring specific cities and counties to establish their own digital forensics laboratories or share access through contracts. It also mandates that law enforcement agencies qualify as participating agencies or pay annual fees to the Department of Public Safety. The fees vary based on population size and are used to support the Regional Computer Forensics Laboratory. The bill defines key terms and sets deadlines for compliance and fee payments.