• Former Citation: Utah Code § 30-3-5(8) (before Sept. 1, 2024).
• Governs: Determination of alimony (spousal support) in divorce and alimony modification proceedings. Requires the court to consider factors including:

• the standard of living during the marriage;
• the financial condition and needs of the payee;
• the payee’s earning capacity;
• the payor’s ability to provide support;
• tax consequences;
• the length of the marriage;
• custody of minor children;
• contributions to the payor’s education or earning capacity;
• marital fault (when applicable);
• the duration of alimony; and
• circumstances justifying extension or modification of alimony.