If a biological parent of a child is still living, Utah adoption law requires that before adopting that child you must either obtain the consent of the parent(s) or successfully…

The following questions and answers relate to adult guardianships in Utah. The answers are not intended to be complete statements of Utah law on guardianships. If you or a loved one…

It is best to plan ahead, to create an estate plan including a durable power of attorney, trust, and other documents that can help avoid the need for an emergency…

A petition for appointment as guardian must be filed in the Utah probate courts before a guardianship over an adult can be established. A guardianship can be established for an…

Utah criminal defense attorney Stephen Howard is uniquely qualified to protect your rights and defend your case. With extensive experience in Utah’s criminal justice system, and after handling thousands of…

A DUI conviction in Utah can mean jail time, losing your driver license, heavy fines, and even a felony conviction (for repeat offenses).  Having an experienced Utah DUI attorney on…

Criminal charges in Utah with a maximum penalty in excess of one year in prison are considered felonies. In addition to prison time, a felony conviction can also have collateral…

A misdemeanor charge in Utah are less severe than a felony.  But even a misdemeanor conviction can carry serious consequences.  A single misdemeanor conviction can carry up to a year…

When a person is arrested or “booked” into jail in a Utah criminal case, there are a number of options for obtaining the defendant’s release while the criminal case is…

A plea held in abeyance in a Utah criminal case can provide a way to stay out of jail and have your case dismissed.  As a criminal defense attorney in…

If you are dissatisfied with the outcome of your criminal case in Utah, you are legally entitled to appeal your case. But you must file a formal notice of appeal…

Following the jury selection process, the jury in a Utah criminal case is sworn by the court clerk. At this point, the jury is considered to be “seated” and formal…