Jurisdiction & Charges in Riverton
The Riverton City Justice Court has jurisdiction over class B and class C misdemeanor offenses that occur within the Riverton City boundaries. Class B misdemeanors are punishable with a maximum of up to 180 days in jail. Class C misdemeanors have a maximum penalty of 90 days jail. Fines can also be imposed.
Typical charges handled by the Riverton City Justice Court include DUI, domestic violence, assault, theft, criminal mischief, marijuana possession, drug paraphernalia, and traffic violations.
The best criminal defense attorneys insist on fair courtroom procedures that respect clients’ rights.
Contact Info & Location
The Riverton City Justice Court is presided over by Judge Christopher Bown. Its physical location and mailing address are the same:
12830 South 1700 West
Riverton, UT 84065
Regular court hours are 8:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The best attorneys understand that the effects of a criminal charge extend beyond the courtroom.
Court clerks can be reached by phone at 385-237-3444. Email is sometimes an easier way to contact the court. The general court email address (as published by the Riverton Justice Court) is jcriverton@utcourts.gov.