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Parker Kingston Case: How Bail Works in Utah | Provo Defense Lawyer
Following the Parker Kingston charges, many are asking how bail works in Utah. Get the 2026 update on bail hearings, pretrial release conditions, and how a Provo criminal…
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Navigating the Aftermath: A Step-by-Step DUI Timeline in Utah
Arrested for a DUI in Provo? You only have 10 days to save your license. Read our step-by-step guide to the Utah DUI legal timeline and defense process.
Read articleWhen "The Deal" Isn’t Good Enough: Understanding Open Sentencing in Provo
If the prosecutor’s plea deal is unfair, an "open plea" might be your best option. Learn how open sentencing works in Provo, Utah courts and the risks involved.
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Can You Legally Carry a Loaded Firearm in Your Car in Utah?
Learn the legal requirements for carrying loaded handguns, rifles, and shotguns in Utah vehicles. Understand Utah Code 76-11-204 and avoid common criminal traps.
Read articleUtah Eliminates Statute of Limitations for Aggravated Child Exploitation
Utah has eliminated the statute of limitations for Aggravated Exploitation of Prostitution Involving a Child. Learn which Utah crimes can be prosecuted at any time.
Read articleCivil Assault and Battery in Utah: When Can You Sue for Money Damages?
Can you sue for civil battery in Utah? Learn about intentional torts, the role of insurance, and the reality of collecting money damages after an assault.
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Summary of Utah S.B. 83: New Protective Order & Injunction Enforcement Policies
Utah Code 53-25-602 mandates new investigation policies for protective orders, stalking injunctions, and jail release agreements. Learn how this impacts your case.
Read articleUtah’s New Extreme DUI Law: Alcohol Interdiction IDs Begin January 1, 2026
Starting January 1, 2026, Utah implements mandatory alcohol interdiction IDs for Extreme DUI convictions. Learn what an "interdicted person" is and how it affects you.
Read articleAlcohol Restricted Drivers in Utah: What You Need to Know
Learn what it means to be an Alcohol Restricted Driver in Utah, how ARD violations are proven, penalties, ignition interlock rules, and expungement options.
Read articleJuab County Justice Court: Caseload, Statistics, and What It Means for Defendants
Learn how busy Juab County Justice Court is, common cases filed, prosecution practices, and why local defense experience matters for defendants.
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