Why does a city attorney have the right to press charges for an incident when neither of the people involved wanted to file any?

Unfortunately the decision to charge IS in the hands of the City Attorney alone in these situations. The victim may ask for certain concessions,...

My boyfriend is on probation for a DUI. He only has to go see his po and he gets pee tested . Can he work at a bar ?

He will need to have the judge approve that depending on his probation conditions. Usually they can't frequent bars while on probation, but I have...

I got caught shoplifting at Walmart, what’s going to happen possible jail time??

Definitely talk to an attorney. Typically if this is your first juvenile offense they will handle it informally and have you work with their...

What’s next?

Did they test your blood or conduct another test? Did you have to walk a line or stand on one leg? You will definitely go to court. DON'T GO...

Can officers have my blood tested without my consent after going to the hospital after a crash?

Yes. Utah has an implied consent law. As long as you are unable to withdraw it at the time, you are presumed to have given it. BUT they have to...

Being charged with no seatbelt and marijuana. Found out about court due to law firms mailing me. What's my next move?

The letter senders are so impersonal. You should contact an attorney who actually meets with people. If there was a smell of marijuana, they did...

The first hearing is called an arraignment. They court will explain your rights to you. You can plead guilty or not guilty. Most people plead...

Can i get charged for stealing from the mall in the past if they see it on camera?

Each separate incident can be charged, yes. Usually the accumulate them and charge one charge for the course of conduct, depending on the total...

Can you current employer bring up your past employment if you are already hired?

Yes. Unfortunately there is no law against being a dick. This is an at will state. If you let HR know you feel harassed, that is fine and may...

Can I own a gun ?

It depends on the specifics of the offense. If the Bureau of Criminal Identification classified the offense the right way, you may still be able...