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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Utah on
Q: Can a judge grant you an early dismissal with a Plea and Abeyance?

Meaning if your Plea and Abeyance said 18 months can a judge dismiss your case and the charges after only 6 months if you have completed all other required terms?

Cliff Venable
Cliff Venable
answered on Aug 8, 2022

Yes.

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Q: was charged with possession 58-37-8(2)(D) and use or possession 58-37A-5(1) both misdemeanors. in SLC,UT what to expect?

what do I expect in court? I did exercise my 5 amendment.

Cliff Venable
Cliff Venable
answered on Dec 16, 2020

Both of these charges have a maximum punishment of 180 days in jail, but you should not expect jail time. If you are convicted you should expect to lose your license for 6 months and to be ordered to do a substance abuse assessment and treatment. You should talk to an attorney about possible... View More

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Q: How much does a Lawyer usually cost for Drug offenses?
Cliff Venable
Cliff Venable
answered on Feb 19, 2020

I agree with Mr. Cramer and Mr. Branum. I would also point out that it depends on the type of crime and level of offense. If you are charged in Federal Court with distribution then the cost is very different from being in possession of marijuana. Call a few attorneys and ask under your specific... View More

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