How long does a divorce take in Utah? Learn the 30-day waiting period, uncontested and contested timelines, and what speeds cases up in Summit County courts.

Short answer: Utah judges decide custody based on the child's best interests. The law presumes joint legal custody (shared decision-making), but there is no automatic 50/50 split of physical custody. The parent-time schedule depends on factors like each parent's involvement, stability and willingness to support the child's relationship with the other parent. A mature child's preference is considered, but it never decides the case alone. How Is Child Custody Determined in Utah