Utah’s Laws on Exotic Animals
While going about my daily chores, I had the news going in the background. Half listening, a highlighted story sparked my interest. This specific story involved criminal charges against a Holladay man for having roughly 20 Burmese Python snakes in his possession. This individual sold a baby Burmese Python to an undercover officer. A search […]
Have you Been Charged with Probation or Parole Violations?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It may be helpful to some to explain the basic difference between probation and parole. Essentially they are the same thing, with the largest difference being when they occur. Probation is usually put in place before and en lieu of jail time. In contrast, parole is time reduced from your jail or prison sentence, typically […]
Weapon Crimes in Utah: A Quick 101
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When it comes to breaking the law, adding a weapon into the equation usually escalates the situation. In general, residents of Utah enjoy a good reputation for responsible gun ownership. This is enforced by strict gun and weapon laws that dictate what’s allowed, and the punishments if these rules are broken. Whenever someone is charged […]
Probation and Parole Violations
Probation and parole, although related concepts, are quite different things. Probation can be part of the sentence given when someone is convicted of a crime; it can be provided instead of or in combination with jail time. Parole is only granted after someone has served some or most of his/her jail sentence, and even then, […]