Utah Code 13-24-2. Definitions
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As used in this chapter, unless the context requires otherwise:
(1) | “Improper means” includes theft, bribery, misrepresentation, breach or inducement of a breach of a duty to maintain secrecy, or espionage through electronic or other means. |
(a) | derives independent economic value, actual or potential, from not being generally known to, and not being readily ascertainable by proper means by, other persons who can obtain economic value from its disclosure or use; and |
(b) | is the subject of efforts that are reasonable under the circumstances to maintain its secrecy. See Utah Code 13-24-2 | ||
(2) | “Misappropriation” means:
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(3) | “Person” means a natural person, corporation, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, joint venture, government, governmental subdivision or agency, or any other legal or commercial entity. |
(4) | “Trade secret” means information, including a formula, pattern, compilation, program, device, method, technique, or process, that:
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Enacted by Chapter 60, 1989 General Session