Category: Criminal Defense
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Felony Defense in Salt Lake
Defending Felony Charges in Salt Lake County A felony conviction in Utah can result in years in prison and thousands of dollars in fines. Beyond the courtroom, a felony conviction can also affect your job, your right to…
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What happens if I miss my court date?
What will happen if I do not show up in court for a criminal case in Utah? If you are miss a court date in a Utah criminal case, there are a number of consequences you may face.…
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Police Use of Radar Guns in Utah
Police officers in Utah commonly use radar guns to determine the speed of a vehicle. In addition to getting a ticket (citation), a driver pulled over for speeding may also be subject to questioning or search relating to…
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Defending Criminal Trespass Charges
Elements of a Utah Criminal Trespass Charge Under Utah criminal law, the offense of criminal trespass can be committed in various ways. Each variant requires proof that a person entered or remained unlawfully on or in property. But…
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Riot Charges in Utah
A felony charge of “riot” in Utah can be punished by up to five years in prison and a $5,000 fine plus a 90% surcharge. In cases where riot is charged, it is common that other related charges…
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Jail Time for Misdemeanors in Utah
Can a person be ordered to serve more than a year in jail on a misdemeanor? Utah Code 76-3-204 establishes that the maximum period of incarceration (jail time) that a court can impose as a sentence on a…