Jurisdiction & Charges in Riverton
The Riverton City Justice Court has jurisdiction over class B and class Cย misdemeanor offensesย that occur within the Riverton City boundaries. Class B misdemeanors are punishable by up to 180 days in jail.ย Class C misdemeanors are punishable by up to 90 days in jail. Typical charges handled by the Riverton City Justice Court includeย DUI,ย domestic violence,ย assault,ย theft,ย criminal mischief,ย marijuana possession,ย drug paraphernalia, and traffic violations.
Contact Info & Location
The Riverton City Justice Court is located at 12830 S. Redwood Rd, Riverton, UT 84065. Court clerks can be reached at 801-208-3131 Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. The Riverton City Justice Court is presided over by Judge Gregory Bown.
Finding the Right Attorney
Even minor misdemeanor charges should be taken seriously. If you are facing charges in the Riverton City Justice Court, you should have an experienced Utah criminal defense attorney to help you get the best result possible. Justice courts can and do impose sentences that include jail and heavy fines for minor misdemeanor convictions.
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