Farr West Justice Court Information
The Farr West
Justice Court has jurisdiction over
misdemeanor charges at the class C
and class B
levels, in cases occurring within the borders of Farr West,
Utah. Cases commonly heard in the justice courts include drug
possession (marijuana), DUI, domestic violence, shoplifting, possession
of alcohol by a minor, and a variety of traffic-related offenses. A
single class C misdemeanor carries the potential for up to 90 days in
jail plus fines and other consequences. A single class B misdemeanor is
punishable by up to 180 days in jail, fines, and more. Class A misdemeanors and
felony charges must be heard in Ogden's
Second District Court.
In addition to potential jail time and fines, class
B
or class C misdemeanor convictions in a justice court can
carry collateral consequences such as losing your driver license,
restrictions on the right to own or possess a firearm, and more. Some
justice court convictions can also be used as enhancements for
subsequent felony charges, such as retail theft, DUI, or domestic
violence charges.
While the the Farr West Justice Court is restricted to hearing only
misdemeanor cases, the consequences of a conviction can be severe and
the case should be
taken very seriously. If you are facing prosecution for a criminal case
in the Farr West
Justice Court or elsewhere in Utah, consultation with an experienced
criminal lawyer is important.
Call us today to see how we can
help you.
Contact Information for the Farr West Justice Court
The judge presiding over the Farr West Justice Court is Judge Patrick
Lambert. The court
is located at 1896 North 1800 West in Farr West. The mailing address
for the Farr West Justice Court is the same as its physical location:
1896 North 1800 West, Farr West, UT 84404. The
phone number
for
the court is 801-731-4187. The
court's fax number is 801-731-7732.
Criminal Defense
Attorney for Farr West
Before going to court, it is critical that you speak with an
experienced
criminal defense attorney. Understanding your rights and the various options that may be available to you in defending your
justice court case are both important steps toward obtaining the best results.
As an
experienced criminal defense attorney, Stephen Howard has
successfully defended clients facing charges ranging from homicide to
shoplifting,
and virtually everything in between. If you are facing prosecution in
the Farr West Justice Court or anywhere in Utah, . us now to see how we
can help you.