78A-2-306. Notice of filing fee — Consequence of nonpayment.
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When an affidavit of indigency under Section 78A-2-302 has been filed and the court assesses an initial filing fee, the court shall immediately notify the litigant in writing of:
Terms Used In Utah Code 78A-2-306- Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
- Obligation: An order placed, contract awarded, service received, or similar transaction during a given period that will require payments during the same or a future period.
- Service of process: The service of writs or summonses to the appropriate party.
- Writing: includes :Utah Code 68-3-12.5
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the initial filing fee required as a prerequisite to proceeding with the action; |
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the procedure available to challenge the initial filing fee assessment as provided in Section 78A-2-307; and |
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the prisoner’s ongoing obligation to make monthly payments until the entire filing fee is paid. |
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The court may not authorize service of process or otherwise proceed with the action, except as provided in Section 78A-2-307, until the initial filing fee has been completely paid to the clerk of the court. |
Amended by Chapter 272, 2022 General Session
