Why are Miranda rights not read anymore?

Miranda rights are required when the police have you in custody and they plan to interrogate you. If either of those two thing aren't happening...

Can I ask court to give me community service instead of a fine?

You can ask, but it is up to the judge whether or not it will be approved. Talk to whoever your attorney was during the case about the preferences...

What can I do to get my record clean if my petition for expungement is denied?

Usually, Utah BCI gives you a reason for the denial. I can only guess why they denied it. Talk to a lawyer about the reasons for the denial and...

The statute of limitations for most felonies is 4 years. You cannot assume that you will not be charged until then.

You will likely have to take a drug test at some point if you are convicted or plead guilty. Before then, however, it is unlikely that a judge...

Shoplifting is a Crime Involving Moral Turpitude, but you likely qualify for the petty offense exemption. If you are not leaving anything out, it...

Should I put my Class B Misdemeanor on the criminal history/convictions portion of a application?

If you have not been to court yet, then it is not yet a conviction. On any application, I would not call it a conviction because it is not one.

Should I get a lawyer if I have a Class B misdemeanor for being the driver for people who vandalized?

You probably should get a lawyer. A lawyer will help you discuss your options and also minimize any potential consequences you face. It may be...

What can be done about a false police report filed against me?

Your assumption is incorrect. Police records are not open to everyone. You need a valid reason to view it, and not just anyone has access. A court...

Can I be charged for a third degree felony for something that happened 10 months ?

Yes, absolutely you can be charged for a crime that supposedly happened 10 months ago. That is well within the statute of limitations. It could...