Section R27-3-4 - Authorized and Unauthorized Use of State Vehicles(1) Unless otherwise permitted by the agency's applicable statutes and policies, the following are examples of the unauthorized use of a state vehicle: (a) transporting family, friends, pets, associates, or other persons who are not state employees or are not serving the interests of the state;(b) transporting hitchhikers;(c) transporting acids, explosives, hazardous materials, flammable materials, weapons, or ammunition except as authorized by federal or state laws. Otherwise, the transport of these items or materials is authorized when it is specifically related to employment duties;(d) extending the length of time that the state vehicle is in the operator's possession beyond the time needed to complete the official purposes of the trip;(e) operating a state vehicle for personal use except as allowed by law;(f) except as necessary for the performance of employment duties, the use of a state vehicle for activities such as shopping, participating in sporting events, hunting, or fishing is not authorized; and(f) using a state vehicle for personal convenience, such as when a personal vehicle is not operational.(2) Pursuant to Section R27-7-3, the unauthorized use of a state vehicle may result in the suspension or revocation of state driving privileges.(3) Except in cases where it is customary to travel out of state to perform an employee's regular employment duties and responsibilities, the use of a state vehicle outside of the state shall be included in the description of out-of-state travel requests.(4) State vehicle use for travel outside of the continental United States shall be included in the travel plan description and approval required for non-CONUS travel. The employing agency shall, before the departure date, provide the division and the Division of Risk Management with proof that proper automotive insurance has been obtained. The employing agency shall be responsible for any damage to vehicles operated outside of the United States regardless of fault.(5) Under no circumstances shall the total number of occupants exceed the maximum number of passengers recommended by the manufacturer or the Division of Rick Management.Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2017-6, effective 2/21/2017Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2021-23, effective 11/25/2021Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-05, effective 2/21/2023Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2024-21, effective 10/28/2024