Shoplifting at 17?

As the other lawyers have said, it is better if this is resolved in juvenile court. If, for whatever reason, this ends up in a justice court, you...

What can I do if the police report for my criminal case is everything but accurate?

The police report is not the final say in what will happen to you in court. In fact, it is not even evidence. It is a good indication of what the...

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As far as I know, Utah has no equivalent motion. If you are dissatisfied with your public defender, the first step is to try to contact the head of...

Can a officer take a urine test if no warrant was issued and the person did not consent to it?

A judge might suppress the results of the urine test based on what you have said. That may help with getting the charges that stem from the test...

Can a jail be sued for denying mental health medications?

Her lawyer could file a motion to the judge to ask that the jail be required to give her the medications. For the reasons you stated, some judges...

Son living in salt lake got a mip ticket,should he get a court appointed lawyer

Yes, having a lawyer is a good idea and a court appointed lawyer can explain to him what he can expect to face and likely punishments. Court...

What are my plea options?

Avoiding jail time and formal probation depends largely on your criminal history, how serious the injuries were, and what the prosecutor is willing...

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Adjustment of Status from F1 to Permanent Residence based on marriage. G-325A and I-130 forms confusion?

Yes, it is generally a good idea to fill out every blank even though the instruction from USCIS say you do not have to. There is no downside to...

How do drug court/diversion programs work when you are charged with a drug crime out of the state you are a resident in?

Someone will need to make an appearance in court, either you or the attorney your hired. You will not be able to make a plea by telephone so the...

In Salt Lake City, Utah- what is the protocol for arresting/filing charges if the person cannot be booked into jail?

You should hire a lawyer and have your lawyer do all the work of finding out when your next court date is. You will need a lawyer so it is best to...