Utah Code § 78B-6-850 § 78B-6-851
Stipulation to expungement by parties.
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Stipulation to expungement by parties. All parties to an eviction may stipulate in a settlement agreement to the expungement of an eviction.
Under Utah Code Ann. § 78B-6-851, all parties involved in an eviction proceeding have the option to mutually agree, through a written settlement, to have the eviction record expunged. This means the eviction case can be removed from the public record if every party consents to that outcome as part of resolving the dispute. The provision does not require expungement but makes it an available option when all sides reach agreement.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Utah Code Ann. § 78B-6-851 gives landlords a tool to consider when negotiating a resolution to an eviction case: including an expungement provision in a settlement agreement. Operators who reach a negotiated settlement sometimes include expungement terms as part of the overall deal, which can benefit both parties by resolving the matter without a lasting public record. A compliant approach involves ensuring that any such stipulation is clearly documented in a written settlement agreement signed by all parties.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Utah Code Ann. § 78B-6-851, tenants have the right to negotiate for expungement of an eviction record as part of a settlement agreement, provided all parties agree. An eviction record can affect future housing opportunities, so understanding this option may be relevant when discussing resolution terms with a landlord. Tenants seeking to explore this right may benefit from consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with Utah eviction procedures.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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