A comment period has been opened for the potential appointment of a commissioner for the new District Court Debt Collection and Housing Action Division. The District Court Debt Collection and Housing Action Division Commissioner Nominating Committee has submitted Spencer Lythgoe as a name for public comment.
The Debt Collection and Housing Action Division was authorized by the Utah Legislature through Senate Bill 270 during the 2026 General Session. This legislation allows the Judicial Council to establish a statewide division within the district court to centralize the processing of debt collection and housing actions. The legislation also provides for commissioners to help staff the division and is set to take effect Jan. 1, 2027.
Individuals wishing to comment on the potential appointment of a commissioner may do so within the next 10 days by emailing shaneb@utcourts.gov. While individuals are encouraged to provide their names and contact information when commenting on the nominees, it is not required.
The Judiciary is currently preparing for the implementation of the new division.
