Utah statute
Utah Code Ann. § 78B-7-602 — Abuse or danger of abuse - Cohabitant abuse protective orders.
Current through 2026 General Session
Part of Part 6: Cohabitant Abuse Protective Orders, Utah Code.
Full text of Utah Code Ann. § 78B-7-602
Statutory text current through the 2026 General Session. This publication reproduces the official statutory text; it is not the official statutes of the State of Utah.
(1) Any cohabitant who has been subjected to abuse or domestic violence, or to whom there is a substantial likelihood of abuse or domestic violence, may seek a protective order in accordance with this part, whether or not the cohabitant has left the residence or the premises in an effort to avoid further abuse. (2) A petition for a protective order may be filed under this part regardless of whether an action for divorce between the parties is pending. (3) A petition seeking a protective order may not be withdrawn without approval of the court.
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