Category: Criminal Defense
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Criminal Appeals Questions – Sentencing Following an OSC
You have the right to appeal a sentencing decision made by a judge in any Utah criminal case. But filing an appeal is not always going to be the right decision. Taking to an experienced criminal defense attorney…
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Speeding Up Expungement
Can I speed up the expungement process in Utah? Waiting times for expungement eligibility in Utah are governed by the Utah Expungement Act (Utah Code 77-40a-101 et seq.). While these statutory waiting periods are binding on both the courts…
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Refiling Criminal Charges After Dismissal
Can criminal charges be re-filed in Utah after they have been dismissed by a judge? Most often, when a criminal case is dismissed in Utah, it is over. But there are circumstances in which you may face the…
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Can I lose my driver license for a minor in possession of alcohol ticket in Utah?
Possession or consumption of alcohol by a minor is typically charged as a class B misdemeanor in Utah. In addition to potential jail time and fines for a criminal conviction, you may also lose your driver license. Under…
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Expunging Enhanceable Crimes in Utah
Can enhanceable crimes be expunged in Utah? Many enhanceable crimes in Utah are eligible for expungement. But an extended waiting period may apply, and you may be more likely to face opposition from prosecutors when seeking to expunge…
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Can Police Lie to Me?
Yes. In fact, they receive special training on how to do it right. Are police allowed to lie in a criminal investigation? As a general rule, police are allowed to lie during a criminal investigation – but you…