Utah § 81-9-501 - Definitions for part.
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§ 81-9-501. Definitions for part.
81-9-501. Definitions for part.
As used in this part:
| (1) | "Custody evaluation" means a process in which a custody evaluator gathers and reports to a court information that a court would find relevant in making a decision regarding custody or parent-time that is in a minor child's best interest. |
| (2) | "Custody evaluator" means an individual who meets the qualifications described in Subsection 81-9-502(1). |
| (3) | "Party" means the petitioner or respondent, or a petitioner or respondent's attorney, in an action for separation, divorce, or custody of a minor child. |
Enacted by Chapter 309, 2026 General Session
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