§ 81-15-110 — Temporary order or award.

(1) Before an arbitrator is selected and able to act, the court may enter a temporary order on a motion of a party in accordance with this title and the Utah Rules of Civil Procedure.
(2) After an arbitrator is selected:
(2)(a) the arbitrator may make a temporary award in accordance with this title and the Utah Rules of Civil Procedure; and
(2)(b) if the matter is urgent and the arbitrator is not able to act in a timely manner or provide an adequate remedy, the court may enter a temporary order on a motion by a party.
(3) (3)(a) On a motion of a party, before the court confirms a final award, the court under Section 81-15-115, 81-15-117, or 81-15-118 may confirm, correct, vacate, or amend a temporary award made under Subsection (2)(a).
(3)(b) If an arbitrator makes an temporary award in favor of a party to the arbitration proceeding, the prevailing party may move the court for an expedited order to confirm the temporary award.
(3)(c) On a motion described in Subsection (3)(b), the court shall issue an order confirming the temporary award unless the court vacates, alters, or amends the temporary award under this part.
(4) On a motion of a party, the court may enforce a subpoena or interim award issued by an arbitrator for the fair and expeditious disposition of the arbitration.

Legislative History

Enacted by Chapter 315, 2025 General Session