What does an "indictment" mean?

In Utah STATE courts, formal charges can be filed against a person, or a corporation, in two different ways: by a document called an...

Can the police give a ticket after they leave my friends home?

The short answer to your question is yes, your friend can be charged even though officers did not give her a ticket at the scene. What usually...

I have never gotten into trouble before and I stole a small John boat and trailer and motor(all together)

First-- you are to be cooperative no longer. You are to answer no further questions from the police officers. Be polite, but if an officer...

Is there a time frame in which an officer should pull you over for a violation? Can u ask to see radar gun to verify speed?

I laughed a bit when you said why in the heck would he lie to me??? Many times, officers are out for DUI and Drug patrol, and they are looking for...

My son was charged with having a fake drivers license. He was charged with a felony. He has no prior record.

It depends-- and the age of your son may have an impact. If truly he has no prior record, there is a great possibility that the felony can be...

It may show on the background check, but a bigger concern is that you have an outstanidng warrant and that your driver's license is currently...

I have just been been made aware that i have a bench warrant for violation of a dui probation from 1993.

It may depend on whether this is a misdemeanor DUI and what you have been doing in the time frame-- You should hire an attorney to try to appear on...

Can a failure to appear warrant (for traffic offense) be cleared once calling the court to set a date?

You will likely have to appear and take care of the ticket. If you hire an attorney, we can try to file a motion with the court to recall the...

Should I get an attorney for an alcohol ticket?

You should absolutely retain an attorney. While it may seem like "not a big deal" to you, Utah takes these very seriously, and most importantly,...