34-23-303. Civil action allowed. (1) In addition to the administrative action authorized by Section
34-23-401, and criminalactions authorized by Sections
34-23-302 and
34-23-402, a minor employee may bring a civilaction to enforce his right to a minimum wage under Section
34-23-301.
(2) (a) An aggrieved minor employee is entitled to injunctive relief and may recover thedifference between the wage paid and the minimum wage, plus interest.
(b) The court may award court costs and attorney fees to the prevailing party.
(3) An action brought under this section shall be brought within two years of the allegedviolation.
Enacted by Chapter 8, 1990 General Session