Current through the 2024 Fourth Special Session
Section 53G-8-304 - Liability(1)(a) Corporal punishment which would, but for this part, be considered to be reasonable discipline of a minor under Section 76-2-401 may not be used as a basis for any civil or criminal action.(b) A court of competent jurisdiction may take appropriate action against any employing entity if the court finds that the employing entity has not taken reasonable steps to enforce the provisions of this part.(2) Civil or criminal action may proceed without hindrance in the case of corporal punishment which would not be reasonable discipline under Sections 53G-8-305 and 76-2-401.Renumbered from § 53A-11-804 and amended by Chapter 3, 2018 General Session ,§ 264, eff. 1/24/2018.Enacted by Chapter 251, 1992 General Session