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Utah Code § 77-7-16: Authority of peace officer to frisk suspect for dangerous weapon -- Grounds.

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  1. Title 77 Criminal Procedure
  2. Chapter 77-7 Arrest, by Whom, and How Made

A peace officer who has stopped a person temporarily for questioning may frisk the person for a dangerous weapon if the peace officer reasonably believes the peace officer or any other person is in danger.

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