In the state of Utah, parents or legal guardians can be held liable for any property damage caused by a minor under their care. This liability is known as Utah Liability of Parents or Legal Guardians for Property Damage Caused by a Minor. This law holds that the parent or guardian of a minor can be held financially responsible for any property damage caused by the minor, regardless of whether they were present when the damage occurred. Types of Utah Liability of Parents or Legal Guardians for Property Damage Caused by a Minor include: Negligence Liability, Intentional Acts Liability, and Vicarious Liability. Negligence Liability holds that parents or legal guardians can be liable for damages caused by their minor due to negligence, such as failing to properly supervise or provide adequate guidance to the minor. Intentional Acts Liability states that if a minor intentionally causes property damage, the parent or legal guardian can be held liable for any damages caused. Vicarious Liability holds that parents or legal guardians can be held liable for property damage caused by their minor even if they were not present, if the minor was acting on behalf of the parent or guardian.