Non-Compete Agreements in Utah
How Utah law treats non-compete agreements, with the statute or official source.
Short answer: Non-compete agreements signed on or after May 10, 2016 may last no more than one year after the job ends; longer agreements are void. Starting May 6, 2026, non-competes with healthcare workers are not allowed. Utah Code § 34-51-201
| Non-compete agreements | Non-compete agreements signed on or after May 10, 2016 may last no more than one year after the job ends; longer agreements are void. Starting May 6, 2026, non-competes with healthcare workers are not allowed. Special limits apply to broadcasting employees. Courts also apply general common-law reasonableness rules. Source: Utah Code § 34-51-201 |
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FAQ
Are non-compete agreements enforceable in Utah?
Non-compete agreements signed on or after May 10, 2016 may last no more than one year after the job ends; longer agreements are void. Starting May 6, 2026, non-competes with healthcare workers are not allowed. Special limits apply to broadcasting employees. Courts also apply general common-law reasonableness rules.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.