Salt Lake Courts – Misdemeanor Defense Attorney
If you are facing prosecution for misdemeanor criminal charges in Salt Lake City, you need an experienced criminal lawyer on your side. We represent clients facing criminal charges in Salt Lake and in all Utah district and justice courts. Contact us directly to see how the right defense team can help you.
Penalties for Misdemeanor Convictions
Defending against a misdemeanor charge in Salt Lake City is serious business. Although misdemeanor charges are less serious than felony charges, a misdemeanor conviction still carries the potential for significant consequences.
The best defense attorneys ask questions that police don’t.
A class A misdemeanor carries a maximum of nearly one year in jail and almost $5,000 in fines and surcharge. Conviction for a class B misdemeanor has a
potential sentence of up to 180 days in jail and nearly $2,000 in fines and surcharge. A class C misdemeanor conviction can result in 90 days in jail and nearly $1,500 in fines and surcharge.
Court Jurisdiction for Misdemeanor Cases
Only district courts have jurisdiction over class A misdemeanors. But a class B or
class C misdemeanor may be heard in a justice court or in a district court.
Many cities in Salt Lake County have justice courts that handle these misdemeanor charges. Although justice courts are sometimes less formal than district courts, the consequences for a conviction in a justice court can be just as severe.
The best attorneys understand that the effects of a criminal charge extend beyond the courtroom.
Finding a Misdemeanor Defense Lawyer
The assistance of an experienced Utah criminal defense lawyer can be critical to getting the results you need. Contact us now to see how we can help you.
