South Ogden Justice Court Information
The South Ogden Justice Court has jurisdiction over misdemeanor charges at the class C and class B level that take place inside the borders of South Ogden, Utah. Felony and class A offenses must be heard in the Ogden District Court. But most lower-level misdemeanor charges can be handled through the justice court.Consequences of a misdemeanor conviction in the South Ogden Justice Court can be serious. A class B misdemeanor carries potential penalties including 180 days in the Weber County Jail and fines of nearly $2000 (including surcharge). A conviction for a class C misdmeanor is punishable by up to 90 days in jail and more than $1400 in fines (including surcharge). Additional consequences can include the loss of a driver license, loss of the right to carry a firearm, and a variety of probation conditions that may be imposed by the court.
It may be tempting to treat a justice court misdemeanor case lightly. But a conviction can have lasting consequences. Consultation with an experienced criminal defense attorney is strongly advised.
Contact Information for the South Ogden Justice Court
The judge presiding over the South Ogden Justice Court is Judge Reuben John Renstrom. The court is located at 3950 Adams Ave. in South Ogden. The mailing address for the South Ogden Justice Court is the same as its physical address: 3950 Adams Ave., South Ogden, UT 84403. The phone number for the court is 801-622-2700. The court's fax number is 801-622-2718.Criminal Defense Attorney for South Ogden
Before you contact the court to schedule an arraignment hearing, it is important to speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney. A good attorney can help streamline the court process for you, reduce the number of court appearances you are required to make, negotiate a favorable resolution on your behalf, and/or prepare the case for jury trial. But before you can begin making strategy decisions for your case, you need to fully understand your rights and the different legal options that are available to you.As an experienced Utah criminal defense attorney, Stephen Howard successfully assisted clients facing the most serious felony charges on the books in Utah. He has also assisted clients in thousands of other misdemeanor and felony cases. He has a proven history of achieving real results for his clients. If you are facing prosecution in South Ogden or anywhere else in Utah, call us now to see how we can help you.
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Offices in Salt Lake and Davis Counties
560 South 300 East, Suite 200, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
952 S. Main St., Suite A, Layton, UT 84041
Call now to arrange for a confidential initial consultation with an experienced and effective Utah criminal defense lawyer.
In Salt Lake City, call 801-449-1409.
In Davis County, call 801-923-4345.
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