Agency Histories

Utah County (Utah). Justice of the Peace : Provo Precinct

Entity: 1218
Entity Type: County

Abstract

Justice Courts are established by counties and municipalties and have authority to deal with class B and C misdemeanors, violations of ordinances, small claims, and infractions committed within their territorial jurisdiction.

Biography/History Notes

"Justice Courts are established by counties and municipalties and have authority to deal with class B and C misdemeanors, violations of ordinances, small claims, and infractions committed within their territorial jurisdiction." (From "Capitol Connections" newsletter, volume 1, issue 8, December 1994, page 4.)