An attorney may or may not be able to convince a prosecutor to dismiss the charges, but an attorney will almost certainly help you achieve a better...

Is it lawful to execute a search warrant before it has been ordered?

If there is a problem with the warrant, then, yes, the raid might have been illegal. I would need to see the paperwork to be sure. Many lawyers...

What should I do

The fact that you were not driving when the police arrived is helpful, but that doesn't necessarily mean you cannot be convicted. Witnesses or...

Utah has since made meth, heroine, all misdemeanor offenses. Is there a way to get felony reduced?

Yes, it may be possible to reduce a felony after probation has been completed. In Utah, we have a section of the law (section 402) that allows a...

Is it possible to get assylum even though you have been in the US for over a year?

Yes, it is possible. The first possibility is if circumstances (such as a sudden political change) have recently changed in your home country. The...

What legal actions can I take?

It is very difficult to win damages in the type of suit you are proposing. He could always claim that he mistook you for someone else or that it...

Is it possible to get this of my record ( expunged)

It depends on your complete criminal record. If this is the only conviction you have, then most likely you qualify. If you have other convictions,...

What can I am I able to do to best help my situation, and get the charges lessened. Currently it's a third-degree feloni.

You need your own lawyer and whatever you do, don't talk to the police without a lawyer present. Depending on the facts, you may be able to...

What is the statue of limitations in the state of Utah to press charges on a police officer for sexually assaulting me outside

Most sexual assault charges do not have a statute of limitations in Utah. A police report can be filed at any time and the prosecutor can choose to...

Was I technically "arrested"? What would a background check show when run by a school or employer?

Yes, a background check from Utah Bureau of Criminal Information (BCI) would show a charge and a dismissal. As for whether you have been "arrested"...