If you have been charged with a criminal crime in Utah it is important to have a Utah Criminal Defense Lawyer on your side. As with all criminal charges the criminal charge of harassment can change your life and the way you live. Harassment is class B misdemeanor in Utah. It is defined in the Utah Code as:
76-5-106. Harassment.
(1) A person is guilty of harassment if, with intent to frighten or harass another, he communicates a written or recorded threat to commit any violent felony.
(2) Harassment is a class B misdemeanor.
The key here is trying to frighten or harass another by communicating a written or recorded threat to commit any felony. Some people might not consider facebook or other social media to be encumbered under this statute but it can be. While it is considered a misdemeanor that does not mean it cannot affect your life.
At Arnold, Wadsworth & Coggins Attorneys, we believe that people that have been charged with any crime deserve a lawyer. We will take the time to make sure we are aggressive in the defense of your rights and your case. We know how important it is to have a clean record and defend your rights that is why we will be aggressive for you.
We offer a free consultation for all criminal crimes. Gives us a call today to set up a free consultation at (801) 475-0123.
We have offices in Salt Lake City and Ogden, Utah. We represent individuals that have been charged with criminal crimes including felony cases. We have trial experience that can benefit your case. Call today!
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