While Utah is fairly safe in terms of homicide, that doesn’t mean people don’t get hurt. In 2024, authorities dealt with over 18,000 assault cases, according to the state’s Bureau of Criminal Identification. If you’re accused of this crime, the ty

It’s a common misconception that going out at night to vandalize someone else’s property is a “harmless prank.” In reality, even something as seemingly innocuous as throwing toilet paper over the trees in someone’s yard is a crime. This can lead to serious consequences, and they may get worse if you’re not being represented by a lawyer.

Talking on your phone while you’re operating your vehicle is not necessarily illegal in Utah. However, if you’re not careful, cell phone use may lead you to time behind bars, whether you were talking or sending a text message. Here’s what you need to know about driving while using your cell phone in Utah

Reckless driving in Utah comes with serious consequences that go beyond the time you may serve behind bars. In 2024, there were 281 fatalities on Utah roads. That’s up from 279 in 2023. Those numbers represent real people with real families, and many of them would still be alive if it weren’t for poor decision-making behind the wheel.Whether or not someone gets hurt, reckless driving is a crime in Utah, and it may lead to time behind bars.

According to the Utah Department of Public Safety, there were just over 5,400 reports of sexual assault in 2022. That number comes from adding the different crimes reported that fit under the sexual assault umbrella.

You may never consider getting behind the wheel after a night of drinking, but would you text and drive? About 45% of people in one survey admitted to doing just that. So even if you haven’t sent a message while driving, you probably know someone who has. While texting and driving may seem innocent, it’s a crime in Utah, and it can lead to time behind bars.

Domestic violence is a big problem in Utah. About one in three people have experienced it. That includes both women and men. If you know 600 people — the assumed average according to research — you probably know 200 people who have been victims of domestic violence.

When a loved one is arrested, it’s difficult for everyone in the family, but it can be a nightmare for the one behind bars. Fortunately, there are some simple things you can do to support inmates in Utah to make their days a little brighter.

If you are charged with reckless driving, you’ll be getting more than just a traffic ticket from the officer who pulls you over. The crime of reckless driving in Utah is considered a class B misdemeanor, which means if you are found guilty, you could face a fine of up to $1,000 or up to six months in jail. But what counts as reckless driving?