Bars in Salt Lake City and throughout the entire state of Utah are fighting back against HB 155, the new change that affects DUI law and was signed by Utah's Governor that lower's the legal Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) level from 0.08% down to 0.05%. The Utah Hospitality Association based in Salt Lake City has launched a GoFundMe campaign that has raised over $5,000 and reached 18,000 shares.The[...]

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Jurors tend to trust peace officers' testimony due to the authority that officers hold in the community. Additionally, prosecutors also tend to believe the officers' reports because officers are suppose to protect and serve and uphold the laws. Yet, could that trust be misplaced? In at least two cases, the answer is a resounding "yes."   One trooper has been accused of lying on the[...]

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Today, individuals everywhere are making a permanent mark of their activities every single day. Whether it's through cellphone texts, emails, Twitter, or Facebook posts, people can be tracked more so today than ever before. However, an article featured by the New York Times highlights some interesting information about surveillance surrounding electronic technology that many consumers are most [...]

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The New Hampshire Supreme Court reversed a lower court ruling that held a woman criminally negligent in an accident that killed two people on a motorcycle. The ruling highlights the importance of understanding prosecutorial error. The Facts   The accident occurred in 2005. The woman was making a left turn on Route 12, near Charlestown. She turned and struck a motorcycle in the oncoming [...]

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You're driving home one night and are stopped by police. They tell you that a vehicle matching yours was just seen at the scene of a robbery. You try to tell the police that you were just returning home from walking in the park, but they don't listen. You are arrested and your vehicle is impounded. What do you do? There are three things that you should remember when you are falsely accused of a [...]

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Virtually anyone can get accused of a theft crime. Indeed, simply being in the wrong place at the wrong time could get you in trouble with the law, even if you are innocent. Also, being present with a friend at the same time he or she decides to steal something from a department store could get you accused of being an accomplice to a robbery, and that is not a good position to be in. [...]

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Law enforcement officials have to respect certain aspects of personal privacy. The issue of intrusions into a person's home, personal effects or person is covered under the Fourth Amendment. This amendment sets forth some very pointed instructions about the issue of search and seizure. When law enforcement officers don't follow the Fourth Amendment guidelines, the defendant might be able to use[...]

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When a juvenile is charged with a crime, there is likely a lot the parents need information on. Protecting your child is your first priority. A criminal charge can have a significant impact on his or her future. One way to ensure that your child has a chance to avoid such problems is by retaining an attorney experienced in juvenile crimes. There is nothing more traumatic than having your son and [...]

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In Utah, the Sentence and Release Guidelines are used by judges to determine what sentence someone convicted of a crime may receive. These guidelines are published in an appendix in Utah Court Rules Annotated and include mitigating and aggravating factors. Aggravating factors are things that can make sentencing harsher for those convicted of a crime. These factors might include:   -- [...]

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For those who have been charged with a crime in Utah, some of the legalese may seem a bit confusing. At Greg S. Law, we strive to make sure that our clients understand each part of the criminal defense process, including all the terms that might be used. One such phrase is "plea in abeyance." This is nothing more than a traditional plea agreement. A plea agreement is an agreement between the [...]

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