Early Removal From Utah Sex Offender Registration (2026 Edition) Utah did not always allow early removal from the Sex, Kidnap, and Child Abuse Offender Registry. For years, registration periods were fixed, with no mechanism for early termination. That changed when the Utah Legislature created early removal petitions at 5 years, 10 years, and 20 years—fundamentally [...]
CDL Suspension: A Truckload of Problems for Utah Commercial Drivers Effective Date: December 9, 2025 A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is far more than a regular license—it’s an occupational requirement for anyone who makes a living driving commercial vehicles. Because commercial drivers operate large and potentially dangerous equipment, state and federal regulations hold CDL holders [...]
PUBLIC INTOXICATION IN UTAH — DEFENSES, PENALTIES & LICENSE CONSEQUENCES (2025 UPDATE) By Utah Criminal Defense Attorney Jake Gunter Like most states, Utah criminalizes public intoxication to maintain public order and safety. Utah’s current statute—Utah Code § 76-9-110 (2025)—was renumbered and amended in the 2025 legislative session. Although a Class C misdemeanor might seem minor, [...]
Is Sexual Battery a Registrable Offense in Utah? (2025 Legal Update) Utah’s sex-offender registry underwent major statutory changes in 2025. The Legislature moved all registry laws from Title 77 (the Utah Criminal Code) to Title 53 (the Utah Public Safety Code). This update reflects the reality that the Utah Department of Public Safety manages the [...]
Utah’s Sex Offense Registry Moves to Title 53 (Effective May 7, 2025) For many years, Utah’s sex-offense, child-abuse, and kidnapping-offender registries were located in Title 77 of the Utah Code. During the most recent legislative session, Utah lawmakers reorganized these statutes, moving all registry provisions to Title 53 — the Utah Public Safety Code, effective [...]
The Role of an Advisor in a Title IX Case I. Introduction If you’ve been accused of a Title IX violation—such as sexual harassment or sexual assault—the university may require you to obtain an advisor. Many students and parents feel confused about what that means. Whether the allegations are false or stem from a personal [...]
Title IX Hearing Attorneys in Utah What Is Title IX? Title IX is a landmark piece of federal civil rights legislation that prohibits sex-based discrimination in education. Enacted as part of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title IX ensures that no student is denied access or benefits under any educational program receiving federal financial assistance. [...]
Defending DCFS Findings Against an Individual Being the subject of a Child Protective Services (CPS) investigation for abuse or neglect of a child — often referred to as a DCFS investigation (Division of Child and Family Services) — is a frightening and stressful experience. As a family law attorney, I have successfully defended multiple individuals [...]
From Fender Benders to Felonies: The Real Consequences of Hit and Run Introduction You’re driving through a grocery store parking lot. While turning into a space, you clip the corner of a parked car and scrape its bumper. You realize you caused damage but you’re in a hurry, so you leave without leaving a note [...]
Refusing a Chemical Test in Utah: 7 Critical Things You Must Know (2025 Guide) If you’re pulled over for DUI in Utah, one of the most crucial moments comes when the officer asks: 👉 “Will you take a breath or blood test?” Many drivers panic and wonder: “Should I blow?” It’s a common question — [...]
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