Utah § 15-8-7 - Prohibited practices.
Full text of Utah Utah Code § 15-8-7 — Prohibited practices., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-8-7. Prohibited practices.
A rental purchase agreement may not contain:
| (1) | a confession of judgment; |
| (2) | a negotiable instrument; |
| (3) | a claim of a property interest in any goods except those goods delivered by the lessor pursuant to the rental purchase agreement; |
| (4) | a wage assignment; |
| (5) | a waiver by the consumer of claims or defenses; |
| (6) | a provision authorizing the lessor or a person acting on the lessor's behalf to enter upon the consumer's premises or to commit any breach of the peace while repossessing rented property; or |
| (7) | a provision mandating that the consumer purchase from the lessor insurance or a liability damage waiver for the merchandise. |
Enacted by Chapter 251, 1993 General Session
Frequently Asked Questions About Utah § 15-8-7
What does Utah Code § 15-8-7 cover?
Section 15-8-7 ("Prohibited practices.") 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 § 15-8-7?
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Is this the official text of Utah law?
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How does Utah § 15-8-7 apply to my situation?
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