CALL/TXT JUVENILE JUSTICE ATTORNEY JAKE GUNTER (801) 373-6345 Where Does NonJudicial Adjustment Fit in Utah’s Juvenile Justice System? Utah has generally 3 levels of juvenile justice. Juvenile justice means how does Utah deal with juvenile crime. (1). Juveniles Charged as Adults. This is really bad when you are charged as an adult when you are… Read more »
April 25, 2024 | provocri
CALL/TXT (801) 373-6345 UTAH JUVENILE EXPUNGEMENT ATTORNEY JAKE GUNTER Qualifying to FILE a Utah Juvenile Expungement of Adjudication Records. Juveniles are adjudicated responsible for delinquencies. Adults are convicted and are guilty of crimes. Adjudications are juvenile versions of adult crimes and are considered civil, not criminal. Delinquencies is another name for juvenile crime. Adults have… Read more »
April 16, 2024 | provocri
CALL/TXT UTAH JUVENILE DELINQUENCY DEFENSE ATTORNEY JAKE GUNTER (801) 373-6345 UTAH CHILDREN SUBJECT TO POLICE INTERROGATION MUST BE VIDEOTAPED—EFF 05/01/2024 Utah has given juveniles being questioned for crimes (called delinquencies) many, many more protections than adults have. Police failure to abide by these protections lead to presumptions of inadmissibility. Juveniles under 18 years old being… Read more »
April 11, 2024 | provocri
Can Juveniles Aged 16-17 Be Charged with Wildlife Crimes in Utah Justice Court? If you’re a parent or guardian concerned about your teenager’s legal standing in Utah, understanding the implications of these crimes is crucial. Many people are surprised to learn that juveniles aged 16 to 17 can face serious legal consequences for wildlife offenses,… Read more »
April 11, 2024 | provocri
CALL/TXT UTAH JUSTICE COURT CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY JAKE GUNTER (801) 373-6345 16 AND 17 YEARS-OLDS IN UTAH JUSTICE COURTS Utah Justice Courts have jurisdiction over the following types of criminal cases under the Utah criminal code. Selected 16-17-year-olds and adults over 18 years old for Infractions, Class C and Class B Misdemeanors. (A). Poaching/Hunting/Fishing/DNR… Read more »
April 11, 2024 | provocri
CALL/TXT (801) 373-6345 UTAH JUVENILE DELIQUENCY ATTORNEY JAKE GUNTER. LET HIS 20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE WORK FOR YOU Utah Juvenile Delinquency: Adult Charges. Under 18-year-old children charged with crimes is called juvenile delinquency. Adults charged with crimes under Utah’s criminal code are criminal charges. Sometimes on egregious offense, juveniles can be tried as adults. Juvenile… Read more »
HAS YOUR CHILD BEEN CHARGED IN UTAH’S JUVENILE COURT? SEE THIS GLOSSARY ON COMMON UTAH JUVENILE COURT TERMS AND PROCESS–CALLJAKEGUNTER The Youth Parole Authority. The Youth Parole Authority provides a formal hearing procedure that defines a youth’s obligations during secure care and parole. The adult equivalent is Utah’s Board of Pardons and Parole. When your… Read more »
Types of Utah Juveniles Expungements Juvenile Delinquency Adjudications (Convictions). Utah juvenile courts call criminal “convictions” delinquency “adjudications.” Juvenile delinquency adjudications can be expunged from the public view. Juvenile Adjudications have dispositions (called sentences in adult court). Juvenile adjudications means generally you went to court and saw a juvenile judge, not just a juvenile court probation… Read more »
Utah Juvenile Delinquency Lawyer: Your Guide to Navigating Juvenile Court The Fourth Judicial District in Utah handles juvenile cases in Utah, Juab, Wasatch, and Millard Counties. With courthouses located in Provo, Spanish Fork, American Fork, Nephi, Heber, and Fillmore City, the district addresses a variety of juvenile delinquency and child welfare matters. Most hearings occur… Read more »
January 22, 2021 | provocri
Navigating Utah DCFS Findings After an Investigation Facing Utah DCFS findings after an investigation can feel overwhelming. When the Utah Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) comes knocking, you encounter one of three possible outcomes: 1. Protective Measures Without Removal If DCFS finds that your children do not need removal, they will remain in… Read more »