Section 52-3-4 - Exceptions in towns and rural areas(1) In a town, as defined in Section 10-1-104, this chapter shall not apply to the employment of uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, or cousins.(2) This chapter shall not apply to the employment of a relative if:(a) fewer than 3,000 people live within 40 miles of the primary place of employment, measured over all weather public roads;(b) the job opening has had reasonable public notice; and(c) the relative is the best qualified candidate for the position.(3) In any proceeding challenging the hiring of a relative under the exception in Subsection (2), the employer has the burden of establishing each of the criteria provided in Subsections (2)(a) through (c).Amended by Chapter 13, 1998 General Session.