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Can the victim of a crime dismiss charges against a defendant?

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Can the victim of a crime dismiss charges against a defendant?

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No. A victim of a crime does not press charges in the State of Utah and, therefore, cannot dismiss criminal charges. Only the prosecuting agency or judge has the authority to dismiss a criminal case.