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OAG obtains conviction in human smuggling involving minors
2+ mon, 3+ day ago (199+ words) A Grand County jury has found Miguel Angel Chay Tiguila guilty on three counts of Aggravated Human Smuggling, first-degree felonies under Utah law, each involving a minor. The case was prosecuted by the Office of the Utah Attorney General (OAG)....
Utah joins $773 M national settlement with Albertsons over role in opioid crisis
6+ hour, 27+ min ago (269+ words) Utah to receive $10. 7 million for opioid abatement" Utah today joined a multistate agreement in principle requiring Albertsons to pay more than $773. 7 million to resolve its role in fueling the opioid epidemic. Utah is expected to receive at least $10. 7 million from…...
Nominees announced for two 3rd District Court vacancies
2+ week, 4+ day ago (288+ words) The Third District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for two vacancies on the Third District Court. These positions result from the retirement of Judge Barry G. Lawrence, May 16, 2026, and the appointment of Judge John Nielsen to the Utah Supreme Court,…...
Animal torture case results in guilty plea to four felony counts
4+ week, 11+ hour ago (187+ words) Animal Care of Davis County is providing an update regarding the October 2025 animal torture case involving Memphis Lor. On'Monday, March 23, 2026, Lor entered a guilty plea to four (4) felony counts of Torture of a Companion Animal. The charges stem from an…...
Nominees announced for two 5th District Court vacancies
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (286+ words) The Fifth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for two vacancies on the Fifth District Court." These positions result from the retirements of Judge Keith C. Barnes, May 16, 2026 and Judge John J. Walton, July 1, 2026." The nominees for the vacancies are: Jack…...
New Utah Survey Shows Continued Threats, Violence Toward Legal Professionals
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (673+ words) A new statewide survey of Utah attorneys shows that threats and harassment against legal professionals remain a persistent concern, with hundreds of lawyers reporting incidents ranging from intimidation and harassment to physical assault. The findings were presented by attorney and…...
Utah State Bar Honors Judge, Attorneys at 2026 Spring Convention
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (446+ words) The Utah State Bar presented awards to three distinguished attorneys and one judge at its 2026 Spring Convention in St. George, recognizing their exceptional contributions to advancing women and minorities in the legal profession and promoting positive mental health within Utah's…...
Utah State Auditor uncovers critical deficiencies regarding data privacy practices at DHHS
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (277+ words) The audit highlighted two major data repositories: the SAFE system is used by the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) and contains over 6 million records on more than 2 million distinct individuals. e Chart is used by the Utah State…...
Utah domestic violence and sexual assault service provider expands services
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (335+ words) Last'month, SVS (formerly known as South Valley Services) proudly expanded its services to Carbon and Emery Counties, marking a significant milestone in its mission to support survivors and families across a broader region. With this expansion, we now serve a…...
Kent Davis announces run for Salt Lake County District Attorney
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (208+ words) Kent Davis, attorney, former Salt Lake County prosecutor, Army veteran, and Republican, announced today his intention to seek the position of Salt Lake County District Attorney. Announcing his run, Kent highlighted the urgent need for a new leader for the…...