78B-15-612. Minor as party — Representation.
| (1) |
A minor is a permissible party, but is not a necessary party to a proceeding under this part. |
Terms Used In Utah Code 78B-15-612
- Child: means an individual of any age whose parentage may be determined under this chapter. See Utah Code 78B-15-102
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Guardian: includes a person who:Utah Code 68-3-12.5
- 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 may appoint an attorney guardian ad litem under Sections 78A-2-703 and 78A-2-803, or a private attorney guardian ad litem under Section 78A-2-705, to represent a minor or incapacitated child if the child is a party. |
Amended by Chapter 262, 2021 General Session
