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Utah domestic violence

Asked on Jun 24th, 2020 on Domestic Violence - Utah
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My fiancé and me got into a fight and she was charged with a domestic violence unlawful detaining. She has never offended before what sort of charges/consequences is she facing?
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Criminal Defense Attorney serving Salt Lake City, UT
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It depends on what they charge her with.  If there are not allegations of bodily harm or use of a weapon, it might be charged as a class B misdemeanor.  Class B Misdemeanors carry a maximum snetence of 6 months in jail.  However, upon jail time is rare for a person with no criminal history being convicted of theoir first class B Misdemeanor.  If fighting the case is not possible, a good attonrey should be able to resolve the case in a favorable manner.  As a victim, you also have the right to be represented by counsel.  You don't have to speak with the prosecutor or the cops.  Anything you say to them will be used against your Fiance.  Hire an Attorney ASAP.
Answered on Jun 29th, 2020 at 9:36 AM

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