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When you are charged with a crime and need to talk to someone about it, you should always choose an attorney because of the "attorney-client privilege."…
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Criminal defendants have a right to have the government prove the allegations at trial "beyond a reasonable doubt." But what kind of trial should a defendant…
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If you've been charged with a crime, you most likely have questions about the difference between a summons and a warrant. These are the two ways…
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In Utah, there are three types of pleas: not guilty, guilty, and no contest. This article will discuss what these pleas mean in Utah and how…
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