Utah Code 38-3-2. Preference of lessor’s lien over other liens and claims — Exceptions — Limit
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(1) A lien under this chapter has preference over all other liens or claims except:
Terms Used In Utah Code 38-3-2
- Lien: A claim against real or personal property in satisfaction of a debt.
- Property: includes both real and personal property. See Utah Code 68-3-12.5
(1)(a) claims for taxes;
(1)(b) preconstruction or construction liens under Title 38, Chapter 1a, Preconstruction and Construction Liens;
(1)(c) perfected security interests; and
(1)(d) claims of employees for wages which are preferred by law.
(2) If a lessee is adjudicated as bankrupt or makes an assignment for the benefit of creditors, or if the lessee’s property is put into the possession of a receiver, a lien under this chapter is limited to the rent for 90 days before the adjudication, assignment, or receivership.