Utah Courts
SRPE Rule 2A (Rules of Small Claims Procedure)
SRPE Rule 2A (Rules of Small Claims Procedure)
Rule 2A. Defendant's removal from district court.
Rule printed on April 16, 2024 at 4:24 pm. Go to https://www.utcourts.gov/rules for current rules.
Effective: 7/18/2016
(a)A defendant removing a case from district court pursuant to 78A-8-102 shall file with the clerk of the justice court with jurisdiction:
(a)(1) a copy of the notice of removal filed in district court;
(a)(2) the plaintiff’s stipulation to proceed in small claims; and
(a)(3) any counter affidavit showing a right to recover damages from the plaintiff.
(b) Unless waived upon filing an affidavit of impecuniosity, the appropriate filing fee must accompany the notice of removal.
(c)Upon filing the notice of removal, the clerk of the court shall schedule the trial and issue notices, which the defendant shall serve upon the plaintiff, along with a copy of any counter affidavit.