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Utah Protective Orders Laws
More Information on Protective Order Laws
| Code Section | 30-6-1, et seq.; 76-5-108 |
| Activity Addressed by Order | Enjoin contact; exclude from dwelling, school or employment; regarding minors: temporary custody, visitations; prohibit from purchasing, using, or possessing a firearm |
| Duration of Order | Ex parte: Maximum 20 days unless modified. Civil provisions: 150 days |
| Penalty for a Violation of Order | Class A misdemeanor |
| Who May Apply for Order | Any cohabitant or child residing with a cohabitant, or a cohabitant, department, or person or institution may apply for a minor |
| Can Fees Be Waived? | Yes |
| Order Transmission to Law Enforcement | Copy by end of next business day to local law enforcement agencies designated by petitioner and copy to statewide domestic violations network |
| Civil Liability for Violation of Order | Yes, contempt of court |
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