Can I petition for a writ of mandamus to get a fair trial?

No, you cannot force a prosecutor to give you a jury trial.

I was issued a citation for marijuana possession under an ounce.

Ultimately, the bottom line is you want to avoid a conviction. Drug convictions can have negative effects on simple things like finding a job or an...

How to response to a motion to strike jury trial?

Unless the Utah Supreme Court changes the law, there is not a lot you or your lawyer can do. Prosecutors have discretion to amend charges. Your...

Yes, many of us do. Use the AVVO "Find a Lawyer" link above to contact some criminal defense attorneys.

It sounds like you should be entitled to a refund of some or all of the retainer you paid. As for the court date 2 weeks away, the judge should...

A DUI for having marijuana in your system carries very similar penalties to a DUI for having alcohol in your system. A conviction means the...

Can this ticket be dropped?

It may be possible to successfully defend the ticket. It really depends on the specifics on what happened. Police officers are not allowed to...

Can my company's group legal plan help me with legal defense without impacting my job? Will it be the same as having a lawyer?

If they are accusing you have having illegal materials on your computer, you could be looking at some very serious charges. This is not something...

Can I get in trouble for holding my friend's prescription which is NOT a controlled substance?

It would come down to weather the police believed you with regards to your intentions. The Utah code makes it illegal to possess a prescription...

I am trying to get this GM job, but I have a Felony. It is the lowest level Felony and I need to get it reduced.

An attorney might be able to help you get a "402 reduction" so it is a Class A misdemeanor. Once it has been reduced to a misdemeanor, depending on...