Utah § 81-5-103 - Scope -- Choice of law -- Determination of maternity.
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§ 81-5-103. Scope -- Choice of law -- Determination of maternity.
81-5-103. Scope -- Choice of law -- Determination of maternity.
| (1) | This chapter applies to determinations of parentage in this state. |
| (2) | The tribunal shall apply the law of this state to adjudicate the parent-child relationship. |
| (3) | The applicable law may not depend upon:
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| (4) | This chapter may not create, enlarge, or diminish parental rights or duties under other laws of this state. |
| (5) | The provisions of this chapter relating to a determination of paternity also apply to a determination of maternity. |
Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 426, 2025 General Session
Source: official Utah text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 81-5-103 ("Scope -- Choice of law -- Determination of maternity.") 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.
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