Utah § 16-17-301 - Service of process on entities. (Repealed 10/1/2026)
Full text of Utah Utah Code § 16-17-301 — Service of process on entities. (Repealed 10/1/2026), with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-17-301. Service of process on entities. (Repealed 10/1/2026)
16-17-301. Service of process on entities.
| (1) | A registered agent is an agent of the represented entity authorized to receive service of any process, notice, or demand required or permitted by law to be served on the entity. |
| (2) |
If an entity that previously filed a registered agent filing with the division no longer has a registered agent, or if its registered agent cannot with reasonable diligence be served, the entity may be served by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, addressed to the governors of the entity by name at its principal office in accordance with any applicable judicial rules and procedures. The names of the governors and the address of the principal office may be as shown in the most recent annual report filed with the division. Service is perfected under this Subsection (2) at the earliest of:
|
| (3) | If process, notice, or demand cannot be served on an entity pursuant to Subsection (1) or (2), service of process may be made by handing a copy to the manager, clerk, or other person in charge of any regular place of business or activity of the entity if the person served is not a plaintiff in the action. |
| (4) | Service of process, notice, or demand on a registered agent shall be in the form of a written document, except that service may be made on a commercial registered agent in such other forms of a record, and subject to such requirements as the agent has stated from time to time in its listing under Section 16-17-204 that it will accept. |
| (5) | Service of process, notice, or demand may be perfected by any other means prescribed by law other than this chapter. |
Repealed by Chapter 93, 2026 General Session
Amended by Chapter 378, 2010 General Session
Source: official Utah text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Utah § 16-17-301
What does Utah Code § 16-17-301 cover?
Section 16-17-301 ("Service of process on entities. (Repealed 10/1/2026)") is part of the Utah Code, the codified statutory law of Utah.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 § 16-17-301?
A common citation format is "Utah Code § 16-17-301" (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 § 16-17-301 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.