Utah · Utah Code — Title 77, Utah Code of Criminal Procedure
Utah Code Title 77 § 77-2-4.5: Dismissal by compromise -- Limitations.
What this law says, in plain English
This statute allows courts to dismiss misdemeanor cases when the defendant and injured party reach a compromise, with limited exceptions for offenses involving peace officers or intent to commit felonies.
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