Utah Code § 9-7-313

Current through the 2024 Fourth Special Session
Section 9-7-313 - Law library self-help center
(1) The Utah State Law Library shall establish a statewide self-help center to assist self-represented parties to achieve fair and efficient resolution of their cases.
(2) The self-help center shall be staffed or directed by persons admitted to the practice of law in this state. Self-help center personnel may not represent parties or give legal advice.
(3) The self-help center shall provide to the public and all parties:
(a) information about:
(i) the availability of mediation services, and legal advice and representation through pro bono legal services;
(ii) low cost legal services;
(iii) legal aid programs; and
(iv) lawyer referral services;
(b) information about resources provided by law libraries;
(c) court forms and instructions, and help completing forms;
(d) answers to questions about the law, court process, and options; and
(e) educational materials and other services consistent with the purpose of this statute and the direction of the Judicial Council, including programs in other agencies and organizations.

Utah Code § 9-7-313

Added by Chapter 368, 2012 General Session ,§ 1, eff. 5/8/2012.