Category: Criminal Defense
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Roy Justice Court Information
The City of Roy handles many misdemeanor prosecutions through the Roy Justice Court. While class A misdemeanor and felony charges must be heard in the district court, the Roy Justice Court has jurisdiction over misdemeanor charges at the…
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Bad Information from the Court’s Website
A good defense attorney is always your best source of information and legal advice. A local municipal justice court posts bad (incorrect and/or misleading) information on its official website. The screenshot image below highlights some of the more…
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Open Container Charges In Utah
A conviction for possession of an open container of alcohol in a vehicle is not as serious as a DUI. Utah law still classifies the offense as a misdemeanor which can result in criminal charges punishable by jail…
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Criminal Records and Pleas in Abeyance
Does a Utah plea in abeyance show on your record? A plea in abeyance in a Utah criminal case can give you an opportunity to avoid having a criminal conviction on your record. But even after a plea…
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Why was I pulled over?
If I am charged with DUI in Utah, does the officer have to tell me why I was pulled over? Many Utah DUI charges begin with a traffic stop. It is common for many police officers to ask…
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Retail Theft – Mistakes and Accidents
Can a Utah retail theft charge be dismissed if I accidentally took something from the store? Simply taking an item you have not paid for does not, by itself, constitute retail theft or shoplifting under the Utah criminal…