Category: Criminal Defense
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Navigating Utah’s Justice Courts
Knowing your legal rights and understanding Utah’s criminal justice system is crucial when facing criminal charges ibn Utah. Justice courts handle a substantial number of misdemeanor cases as part of…
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Utah Minor in Possession – Salt Lake City
Possession or consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21 in Utah is a criminal offense that can result in jail time, fines, and suspension of the…
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Aggravated Assault – Felony Defense
Aggravated assault is a felony criminal charge in Utah. Understanding consequences and potential defenses can help in achieving a successful result.
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District Court Criminal Appeals
If you have been convicted in one of Utah’s district courts and if you believe the court made errors, you are constitutionally entitled to file a notice of appeal asking…
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Challenging Witnesses at Trial
The right to face one’s accusers in court is guaranteed by the constitutional right to confront and cross examine witnesses.
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DUI Defense in Salt Lake City
DUI in Utah – Related Charges & Consequences A DUI conviction in Utah can mean jail time, losing your driver license, heavy fines, and for repeat offenses, even a felony…
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Eyewitness Reliability in Criminal Cases
Eyewitness reliability involves more than just determining whether a witness is honest. Utah criminal jury trials often involve honest witnesses who are simply wrong.
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Utah Felony Defense
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…
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Bail Bond & Release Options in Utah
A person facing criminal charges in Utah will normally have a constitutionally guaranteed right to have a reasonable bail amount set by the court. Posting a cash bail is just…