Model Utah Jury Instructions – Published for Comment

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  • Criminal Jury Instructions – Definition of Refusal Admonition – Comment Period Expires May 10, 2026
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  • Brandon Dalley on Criminal Jury Instructions – Refusing a Chemical Test – Comment Period Expires April 25, 2026
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  • Christopher Ballard on Criminal Jury Instructions – Ignorance or Mistake of Fact or Law; Imperfect Self-Defense – Comment Period Expires March 26, 2026
  • Clancey Henderson on Civil Jury Instructions – Past Medical Expenses – Comment Period Expires Oct. 24, 2025

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