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I was cited for an open container/drinking alcohol in a vehicle violation under 41-6A-526 in Utah. I was driving at the time, and the vehicle was in motion. I have no previous incidents on my record, and I haven't appeared in court or paid any fines yet. Will this violation affect my... View More

answered on Apr 12, 2025
In Utah, being cited under Utah Code §41-6a-526 for having an open container of alcohol in a vehicle is considered a Class C misdemeanor. This offense can result in penalties of up to 90 days in jail and fines reaching $750 citeturn0search6. While such a violation doesn't... View More
I am dealing with a situation involving insurance broker negligence in the 10th Circuit. I believe the broker was negligent and breached their duty, which led to the shutdown of my business. I have written communications and agreements with the broker related to this incident. How should I proceed,... View More

answered on Apr 7, 2025
A Utah attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It could be difficult for any attorney to tell you how to proceed in response to your question. More likely, if you reached out to attorneys, they would probably recommend a consult to review your insurance... View More
BF died of drug intoxication. Insurance is asking for prescription list, autopsy and toxicology. We were not married how do I obtain these? I doubt his family will help me obtain one.

answered on Sep 8, 2020
Obtain some sort of official demand from the life insurance company and give a copy to the sources of the documents you need. This may work.
Attorneys can normally obtain these items with a letter saying they need it for their client to obtain insurance.
If neither of these work,... View More
On January 1, 2018 I got pulled over for my license plate light being out... but ended up with a no insurance ticket and an impounded car. I was 16 when this happened and my mom was paying the insurance. (I’m 19 now) The officer said the insurance was expired, but I have proof I had insurance on... View More

answered on Jun 17, 2020
Without knowing all of your facts, it sounds like the court revoked your plea in abeyance. If you are still going to court I would ask the prosecutor what the status of your plea in abeyance is. See if the court would be willing to reinstate it (it is a long shot given how old the ticket is). But... View More
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