81-15-110. Temporary order or award.

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Effective 5/7/2025

(1)Before an arbitrator is selected and able to act, the court may enter a temporary order on a motion of a party in accordance with this title and the Utah Rules of Civil Procedure.

(2)After an arbitrator is selected:

(a)the arbitrator may make a temporary award in accordance with this title and the Utah Rules of Civil Procedure; and

(b)if the matter is urgent and the arbitrator is not able to act in a timely manner or provide an adequate remedy, the court may enter a temporary order on a motion by a party.

(a)On a motion of a party, before the court confirms a final award, the court under Section 81-15-115 , 81-15-117 , or 81-15-118 may confirm, correct, vacate, or amend a temporary award made under Subsection (2)(a) .

(b)If an arbitrator makes an temporary award in favor of a party to the arbitration proceeding, the prevailing party may move the court for an expedited order to confirm the temporary award.

(c)On a motion described in Subsection (3)(b) , the court shall issue an order confirming the temporary award unless the court vacates, alters, or amends the temporary award under this part.

(4)On a motion of a party, the court may enforce a subpoena or interim award issued by an arbitrator for the fair and expeditious disposition of the arbitration.

Enacted by Chapter 315 , 2025 General Session