If the prosecution is aware of, or believes that a crime has taken place, are they required to notify any potential victims?

Most courts have what is called a "Victims Advocate". After charges are filed it is usually the Victims Advocate who contacts the alleged victim....

How is my sister being charged with a felony for sitting in a van? Doesn't her conduct have to result in bodily injury?

Here is the code for riot: 76-9-101 Riot -- Penalties. (1) A person is guilty of riot if: (a) simultaneously with two or more other persons he...

At what age is a person liable to prosecution as an adult for a Utah state criminal offense?

Usually the age is 18, how there are some exceptions if the Prosecutor want to try you as an adult.

What's my best option to not have this on my record

If you are not using drugs, go have a drug test done ASAP. You may not be able to get the charge dismissed but it will help during the plea...

It is mailed from the courts and should include the date and time you need to appear in court. Do not go to court without an attorney! In fact,...

Wondering if I should have any optimism about this case I am allegedly involved in.

You need to remember that it is not the police that charge you with a crime, a screening prosecutor reviews the detectives notes and they are the...

Can I file a 402 reduction having 4 felonies? And can I go after the co-defendants for there share of the restitution?

Like Mr. Cramer stated, you can sue the co-defendants in Small Claims Court for their third of the restitution, however the most you can sue for in...

Here is the website you can use to do a warrant check. https://secure.utah.gov/warrants/index.html;jsessionid=fbf34c4b4dd1883e49c5a145538b

As the previous attorney stated, you cannot press charges against someone. That is only something the State or Federal Government can do. Go to the...

How can I get justice for my daughter and get her home in my arms again?

This is not a criminal law question. I will redirect your question to the family law practice area.