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A wobbler is a criminal offense (crime) that may be charged by the prosecutor and sentenced by the judge as either a misdemeanor offense or a felony offense under applicable law.

In Utah, a 'wobbler' refers to a criminal offense that can be prosecuted and sentenced as either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on various factors such as the circumstances of the case, the defendant's criminal history, and prosecutorial discretion. The Utah Code provides the legal framework for such offenses, allowing the prosecutor to decide how to charge the crime initially. Later, during sentencing or even after sentencing, the judge may have the authority to reduce a felony to a misdemeanor under certain conditions. This flexibility is designed to provide a legal system that can tailor the severity of the punishment to the specifics of the crime and the offender's background. It's important for individuals facing such charges to consult with an attorney to understand how the wobbler statute might apply to their case and to navigate the legal options available to them.

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