(Orem, UT) — A Utah lawmaker is requesting two-million-dollars from the state to cover added costs tied to the upcoming Tyler Robinson trial. Robinson is accused of gunning down right-wing activist Charlie Kirk during an event at Utah Valley University last September. Representative David Shallenberger of Orem made the funding […]
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Minorities who have been charged with crimes in Utah can argue against lengthy conviction sentences if they can provide proof of racial bias in the criminal justice system. The Salt Lake Tribune reported Saturday that the Utah Sentencing Commission approved the guideline in January, but […]
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A Utah county intends to launch a program prioritizing rehabilitation over prison for low-level offenders. The Deseret News reported Tuesday that the Salt Lake County criminal justice diversion program is expected to reduce the county prison population. The program intended to prevent individuals from entering […]
