Utah Admin. Code R151-4-506 - Limits on Use of Discovery

The frequency and extent of discovery shall be limited by the presiding officer 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.

Notes

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

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