What circumstances allow the use of self defense (punching cop in the face) against a police officer?

Self-defense and defense of a third person are generally not available if a person assaults an on-duty police officer. The Utah Supreme Court has...

In Utah, a second degree felony is punishable for 1 to 15 years in the Utah State Prison. However, this does not mean that if you are convicted of...

Do I need an attorney

Yes, you need an attorney. A simple marijuana possession and drug paraphernalia conviction may impact your life in ways you haven't considered. ...

When I was 15 I was caught shoplifting at Walmart. They didn't take a picture am I banned from all Walmarts?

There should be a Constitutional Right to shop at Walmart. Walmart has the cheapest stuff on earth. Who cares about Walmart's alleged racial and...

Understanding mutual property in Utah.

You need to contact a Utah criminal defense attorney immediately. The police can and will press charges against you on something as ridiculous as...

Attorneys are allowed to practice in broad areas of the law. All attorneys are theoretically able to practice "Criminal Defense, Civil,...

How do you suggest I plea at court appearance for minor consumption of alcohol charge?

You need to pled not guilty, and hire a Utah criminal attorney to fight your case. There are many pitfalls to an apparently simple minor in...

Back in 2004, while I was 16 years old I was arrested by Salt Lake Police Department and taken to an adult facility.

You should contact mugshots.com directly and request that your booking photo be removed. Juveniles have greater privacy rights and your photo...

Can an officer have children in at a crime scene is it illegal

It would be unusual for an officer to bring children to a crime scene, but it is not illegal. The case will not be dropped because a police...

Can someone be deported if getting 3rd degree felony?

If you are convicted of a 3rd Degree Felony in Utah, then you will be deported. A person becomes eligible for deportation if they are convicted of...