WHAT IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE? The term “domestic violence” consists of violent or aggressive behavior at home, typically involving the abuse of a spouse or partner. Domestic violence can also include any cohabitant, not just a spouse or partner. In the state of Utah, crimes that involve a cohabitant generally fall under domestic violence; including the […]
Charged With a DUI in Salt Lake City? If charged with a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charge in Utah, you’ll need an experienced West Valley DUI lawyer. A DUI charge is something that shouldn’t be taken lightly with how stringent Utah’s laws are. A first offense includes mandatory community service/jail time and subsequent charges […]
At some point in our lives, most of us will end up needing to hire a lawyer. Whether it’s for a divorce case, a custody battle or settling an estate, you’ll may need to find an experienced civil or criminal attorney. The first step is figuring out what kind of lawyer you need. Some lawyers […]
In Utah, a first-time DUI is considered a class B misdemeanor. It is punishable by a maximum of $1000 fine, a driver’s license suspension for up to 120 days, and a jail sentence up to six months. However, you could face far worse penalties or even a felony charge if your DUI charge involves an […]
There is a possibility you may end up with serious injuries when involved in a car accident. If you are severely injured in a car crash, medical treatment can be extensive and costly. In order to recover and heal properly, you may be forced to take time off work. If the accident was caused by […]
How Do You Know When It’s Time To Hire A Criminal Justice Attorney? It might be hard to know when you need to hire a Criminal Justice Attorney, but there are many reasons why you should. One of the main reasons to hire an attorney is to prevent any unnecessary punishment. So, why are so […]
A criminal record poses many challenges. Especially for someone applying for housing, a new job, or a professional license. As a result, people turn to expungement Utah. What is Expungement? The process of expungement “seals” a legal record of an arrest or criminal conviction. According to the law, it is erased. Similarly, this process can […]
Expungement is a process ordered by the court in which a person’s legal record for an arrest or a criminal conviction is sealed or erased. When a legal record is expunged, the process may also be called “setting aside a criminal conviction.” What Does Getting Your Record Expunged Mean? With an Expungement, the court orders […]
Utah residents may have to think again about having another drink before driving home. As of December 30th, 2018 the blood-alcohol content limit is being lowered to 0.05. This is the strictest DUI standard throughout the country. The National Transportation Board has been pushing to lower the standard for years, and the state of Utah […]
Being pulled over on the suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol is terrifying, and can be potentially harmful to your professional and personal life. The sight of the flashing blue lights in your rearview mirror is enough to raise your pulse and create Fear. Panic takes over and logistics can be skewed as […]
