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Utah Criminal Law Blog — Page 16
Plain-English answers from Utah criminal defense attorney Jake Gunter about charges, courts, DUI, expungements, and what happens next.
Utah Criminal Charges That Can Be Commenced at Anytime—2024 Amendments
Utah Code 76-1-301 is the primary statute listing crimes which have no statute of limitation. Criminal prosecution may occur at any time when the crime is discovered.…
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Utah Domestic Violence 2024 Amendments—Added Propelling a Substance
“Propelling a bodily substance or material," as described in Section 76-5-102.9 is now an enhanceable domestic violence offense. Utah’s list of domestic violence tagged…
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New Utah Drug Distribution and Gun Law 2024---Mandatory Minimum Prison Sentences
Effective 05/01/2024 if you are convicted of drug distribution while possessing a gun new mandatory minimum prison sentences apply. Jail is no longer an option unless you…
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Early Reinstatement of Utah Driver’s License After DUI—New Law 2024
Learn how to qualify for Utah early license reinstatement after a DUI under the 2024 amendments. Call Jake Gunter for getting your license!
Read articleUtah’s Threat of Violence Charges—Amendments 2024
The Utah Legislature has expanded the Threat of Violence statute to cover more types of offenses. As of May 4, 2024, individuals can now be charged with a threat of…
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What Types of Records Can Be Expunged Under Utah’s Expungement Act 77-40A-101?
Learn how an expungement lawyer in Utah can help you clear your criminal record, including arrests, convictions, and court records!
Read articleHow to Answer Employment Applications When You Expunged Your Utah Criminal Record
Looking to clear your criminal record? Contact Jake Gunter, a trusted Utah expungement lawyer, for a quick consultation. Call or text!
Read articleInformation About Pleas in Abeyances
Learn about pleas in abeyances in Utah, their benefits, and limitations. Discover how they impact immigration, CDL drivers, and more!
Read articleTypes of Bodily Injury for Assault Type Crimes
Utah’s assault statutes increase the severity of the assault based upon the severity of the physical injury. Utah’s child abuse statutes do so similarly. Utah’s assault…
Read articleAll Types of Protective Orders in Utah
All types of criminal and civil protective orders in Utah and what they are and how to get them. Utah protective order attorney Jake Gunter
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