Utah Final Paycheck Laws
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Utah Law
Within 24 hours of termination
Utah has strict final pay requirements for involuntary terminations. When an employee is fired, laid off, or discharged, the employer must provide final wages within 24 hours. For voluntary resignations, the employer has until the next regular payday.
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Utah Final Paycheck Requirements
| Scenario | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Employee is fired or laid off | Within 24 hours of termination |
| Employee quits with notice | Next regular payday |
| Employee quits without notice | Next regular payday |
| PTO/Vacation payout required? | No / depends on policy |
Penalties
Utah does not have specific statutory penalties for late final paychecks. However, employees may still file wage claims and employers could face other consequences.
PTO/Vacation Payout
Utah law does not require employers to pay out accrued vacation upon separation. However, if your written policy promises payout of unused vacation, you have created a contractual obligation. Review handbook language carefully.
Additional Notes
Utah has strict final pay requirements for involuntary terminations. When an employee is fired, laid off, or discharged, the employer must provide final wages within 24 hours. For voluntary resignations, the employer has until the next regular payday.
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