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Dismissal For Failure To Prosecute

D. Utah DUCivR 41-2

At any time, the court may issue an order to show cause requiring a party seeking affirmative relief to explain why the case should not be dismissed for lack of prosecution. If the party does not show good cause, a district judge or a magistrate judge presiding by consent may enter an order of dismissal. The dismissal may be with or without prejudice, as the court deems proper.
Official source: https://www.utd.uscourts.gov/sites/utd/files/Civil%20Rules%20Final%202025.pdf · retrieved 2026-07-23