Utah Admin. Code 151-4-506

Current through Bulletin 2024-23, December 1, 2024

Section R151-4-506 - Limits on Use of Discovery

The presiding officer shall limit the frequency and extent of discovery regardless of whether either party files a motion to limit discovery if:

(1) the discovery sought is unreasonably cumulative, duplicative, or is obtainable from some other source that is:

(a) more convenient;

(b) less burdensome; or

(c) less expensive;

(2) the party seeking discovery has had ample opportunity by discovery in the action to obtain the information sought; or

(3) the discovery is burdensome or expensive, taking into account:

(a) the needs of the case;

(b) the amount in controversy;

(c) the limitations on the parties' resources; and

(d) the importance of the issues at stake in the litigation.

Utah Admin. Code R151-4-506

Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2021-02, effective 1/8/2021

Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2022-18, effective 9/7/2022

Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2024-02, effective 1/10/2024