| (1) |
This chapter applies to determinations of parentage in this state. |
Terms Used In Utah Code 78B-15-103
- Child: means an individual of any age whose parentage may be determined under this chapter. See Utah Code 78B-15-102
- Parent-child relationship: means the legal relationship between a child and a parent of the child. See Utah Code 78B-15-102
- State: means a state of the United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, any territory, Native American Tribe, or insular possession subject to the jurisdiction of the United States. See Utah Code 78B-15-102
- Tribunal: means a court of law, administrative agency, or quasi-judicial entity authorized to establish, enforce, or modify support orders or to determine parentage. See Utah Code 78B-15-102
| (2) |
The tribunal shall apply the law of this state to adjudicate the parent-child relationship. The applicable law may not depend upon:
| (a) |
the place of birth of the child; or |
| (b) |
the past or present residence of the child. |
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| (3) |
This chapter may not create, enlarge, or diminish parental rights or duties under other laws of this state. |
Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 3, 2008 General Session
