Utah § 49-11-607 - Determination of benefits -- Errors in records or calculations -- Correction of errors by the office.

Full text of Utah Utah Code § 49-11-607 — Determination of benefits -- Errors in records or calculations -- Correction of errors by the office., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 49-11-607. Determination of benefits -- Errors in records or calculations -- Correction of errors by the office.

Effective 7/1/2019
49-11-607.  Determination of benefits -- Errors in records or calculations -- Correction of errors by the office.
(1) After the retirement date, which shall be set by a member in the member's application for retirement, no alteration, addition, or cancellation of a benefit may be made except as provided in Subsections (2), (3), and (4) or other law.
(2)
(a) Errors in the records or in the calculations of the office which result in an incorrect benefit to any member, retiree, participant, covered individual, alternate payee, or beneficiary shall be corrected by the office if the correction results in a modification of the benefit amount of $5 or more.
(b) Future payments shall be made to any member, retiree, participant, covered individual, alternate payee, or beneficiary to:
(i) pay the benefit to which the member or beneficiary was entitled; or
(ii) recover any overpayment.
(3)
(a) Errors in the records or calculation of a participating employer which result in an incorrect benefit to a member, retiree, participant, covered individual, alternate payee, or beneficiary shall be corrected by the participating employer.
(b) If insufficient employer contributions have been received by the office, the participating employer shall pay any delinquent employer contributions, plus interest under Section 49-11-503, required by the office to maintain the system, plan, or program affected on an actuarially sound basis.
(c) If excess contributions have been received by the office, the contributions shall be refunded to the participating employer or member which paid the contributions.
(4) If a dispute exists between a participating employer and a member or the office and a member at the time of the member's retirement which will affect the member's benefit calculation, and notice of the dispute is given to the office prior to the calculation of a member's benefit, the benefit may be paid based on the member's retirement date and the records available and then recalculated upon settlement of the dispute.


Amended by Chapter 31, 2019 General Session

Source: official Utah text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Related Utah Legal Topics

Frequently Asked Questions About Utah § 49-11-607

What does Utah Code § 49-11-607 cover?

Section 49-11-607 ("Determination of benefits -- Errors in records or calculations -- Correction of errors by the office.") is part of the Utah Code, the codified statutory law of Utah. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Utah § 49-11-607?

A common citation format is "Utah Code § 49-11-607" (Utah). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Utah law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Utah official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Utah attorney.

How does Utah § 49-11-607 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Utah can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Utah.