Before issuing AR-15s, The Patrol began participating in a program with the US Government and purchased surplus M-14 rifles. In 2016, the Utah Highway Patrol surrendered all of its M-14 rifles back to the US Government, effectively ending its use of this rifle as a service weapon. Troopers also carry tasers, expandable batons, and pepper spray.
Before issuing AR-15s, The Patrol engaged in a program with the US Government and acquired surplus M-14 rifles. In 2016, the Utah Highway Patrol returned all of its M-14 rifles to the US Government, effectively ceasing their use as service weapons. Troopers carry tasers, expandable batons, and pepper spray.