Author: Stephen Howard
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Tracking Review Dates for Abeyance Cases
What is a “tracking review date” in a criminal case? A “tracking review date” is different from a formal court review hearing. Many judges and court clerks will schedule a date to track the status of a case.…
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Defending Aggravated Assault Charges in Utah
A Utah aggravated assault conviction can leave you labeled as a convicted felon with penalties that can include substantial jail or prison time. If you are facing prosecution for aggravated assault in Utah, hiring the right attorney is…
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Felony Statute of Limitations
Time Limits for Filing Felony Charges in Utah For most Utah felony charges, a prosecution case must be filed within four years of when it is committed. If charges are not filed within the limitation period, future prosecution…
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Expungement Eligibility – Unfiled Charges
Eligibility to Expunge Police Records – No Charges Filed Question: I was arrested on a misdemeanor, but charges were not filed. I applied to BCI for a certificate of eligibility for expungement, and received a letter saying that…
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Expungements – Violent Felony Charges
While a violent felony may not be initially eligible for expungement, there are other options that may be available for clearing your criminal record. A 402 reduction can sometimes be used to restore eligibility. Pardon is another option…
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Burglary of an Empty Dwelling
Q: Can I be charged with burglary of a dwelling (residential burglary) if nobody lives there? Under Utah criminal law, there are three different kinds of burglary: burglary of a vehicle, burglary of a building (non-residential), and burglary…