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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for Utah on
Q: Whats the punishment in Utah for registering to vote under a po box, but it's still in the district where you live?
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answered on Mar 8, 2024

Registering to vote using a P.O. box instead of a residential address can raise concerns under Utah law, as voter registration typically requires a physical address to ensure you are voting in the correct district. While the intention might be to remain within legal boundaries, especially if the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Criminal Law and Legal Malpractice for Utah on
Q: I asked my public defender to file a motion and a affidavit I wrote up.and he told me they don't do that. Is he correct

Or is he not

Catherine Cleveland
Catherine Cleveland
answered on Jan 9, 2024

Your attorney has no obligation to file the documents you drafted.

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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Criminal Law and Landlord - Tenant for Utah on
Q: Is it ok that the state of Utah doesn’t have to prove intent to commit a crime, because they assume everyone lies?

I’ve spoken with multiple attorneys and they said that, in the state of Utah, it doesn’t matter. If you know the laws, because the courts in Utah believe that if they required intent, then everyone would just lie and say they didn’t know the laws.

Utah gets a lot of tourism, and... View More

William Melton
William Melton
answered on Jun 14, 2022

It depends on the law, but the overwhelming majority of crimes have an intent requirement that must be proven. There are some crimes such as DUI that are considered strict liability crimes and the state does not have to prove intent. I don't know what attorneys you're talking to, but I... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Utah on
Q: I am US Citizen, I have a spouse and I want to marry some one in India. Can I apply for my 2nd wife I-130?

I need to have 2nd wife. I there is any law in Utah to have two wives?

Hector E. Quiroga
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Hector E. Quiroga
answered on Nov 11, 2020

Immigration is a federal statute, and bigamy is illegal in the US.

2 Answers | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Utah on
Q: Wondering if starting a website geared to provide information about state boards and their licensing processes is legal?

I am about to launch a website that will help Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners get the information they need/want to help with the medical license processes. I have been working at a medical staffing firm for a while and I have some great inside knowledge about these processes, but I... View More

Wesley Winsor
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Wesley Winsor
answered on Mar 29, 2019

Hi,

I like what you are doing. If your question is whether or not you are committing some sort of crime by posting information regarding how to get licensed, the answer is no. Even if your information is false, there is no crime to publishing false information although it would be highly...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Utah on
Q: Can the police go inside a home to do a welfare check even if they arrest the person who owns the home?

Someone called the police saying my friends & his gf were arguing. When police arrived my friend was in his front yard, not upset not fighting with anyone, he saw the officer and asked him how his day was. My friend stayed on his property and the officer approached and told him of the dv call... View More

Aric M. Cramer
Aric M. Cramer
answered on Jul 22, 2018

Well they can because they did. The issue is the condemnation of the home. You will need to contact a real estate attorney who is familiar with this area to get a specific legal opinion.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Contracts, Employment Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Utah on
Q: Can you get sued if you are from a different country? Also, can chat messages serve as an emplyment contract?
Wesley Winsor
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Wesley Winsor
answered on Jun 8, 2018

Yes,

You can get sued if you are from a different country barring diplomatic immunity, but for the common traveler/tourist, yes you can be sued as long as you meet the minimum contacts in the states. The main question on this is Jurisdiction and service of process. An analysis would fill...
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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Personal Injury and Employment Discrimination for Utah on
Q: Timing on filing a federal TORT CLAIM. Have a final decision pending with the board of THE MSPB.
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on May 22, 2018

You want to consult a member of the Utah Assn for Justice that handles federal employment claims. They give free consultations. The notice of investigation you received from the Board should have that information on it.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Utah on
Q: What is the difference between state indictment and federal indictment?

Any differences in the processes to achieve the indictment or are the essentially the same just at the state and federal level?

Aric M. Cramer
Aric M. Cramer
answered on Jan 7, 2018

Outside of the obvious that one is for State Court and one is for Federal Court, is there a deeper meaning to this question?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Elder Law, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Utah on
Q: While the V. A. Hub and fidicuary stole my estate. The owner of a mortuary quoted me a price of 1800-$1900 for funeral.

The owner asked if I, surviving spose, open or closed, I said closed. It was open w/smile on face. The cost of funeral was 2 thousand more.

Aric M. Cramer
Aric M. Cramer
answered on Nov 25, 2017

You need a consumer protection attorney. If you think a crime has been committed you need to call the police.

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