It seems like a victim could decline to press charges for domestic violence if they change their mind. However, that is not the case. Once a victim calls the police (or someone else calls the police to report domestic violence), the matter is out of the victim’s hand. What can the ‘victim’ do to drop charges? The […]
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Keep It Simple. Don’t lie. Keep your answers short and simple. The officer will ask “Do you know why I stopped you?” The correct answer is “No.” Don’t try to argue or make your case to the officer. Your best strategy is to practice “active listening” without saying anything substantive, e.g., “I see,” “That makes
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In the field of criminal defense, one of the most crucial elements for anyone arrested or detained in Utah, or anywhere in the United States, is understanding your Miranda Rights. On TV, every time someone is arrested the police automatically start reading the suspect their Miranda rights. In reality, those warnings must be given before an
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Being stopped by the police can be an intimidating and stressful experience, even if you believe you’ve done nothing wrong. As a defense attorney, I understand that knowing how to respond in such situations is crucial to protecting your rights and ensuring a fair encounter with law enforcement. Here is some important guidance on how
