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Utah Code § 57-29-303

Investigatory powers and proceedings of division

Amended by Chapter 401, 2023 General Session

(1) The division may:

(a) conduct a public or private investigation to determine whether a person has violated or is about to violate a provision of this chapter; and

(b) require or allow a person to file a written statement with the division that relates to the facts and circumstances concerning a matter to be investigated.

(2) For the purpose of an investigation or proceeding under this chapter, the division may:

(a) administer oaths or affirmations; and

(b) upon the division's own initiative or upon the request of any party:

(i) subpoena a witness;

(ii) compel a witness's attendance;

(iii) take evidence; or

(iv) require the production, within 10 business days, of any information or item that is relevant to the investigation, including:

(A) the existence, description, nature, custody, condition, and location of any books, electronic records, documents, or other tangible records;

(B) the identity and location of any person who has knowledge of relevant facts; or

(C) any other information or item that is reasonably calculated to lead to the discovery of material evidence.

(3) If a person fails to obey a subpoena or other request made in accordance with this section, the division may petition a court with jurisdiction under Title 78A, Judiciary and Judicial Administration, for an order compelling compliance.

Official source: Utah State Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain Utah statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.