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Case Briefs on Recent Utah Appellate Court Opinions

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Utah Supreme Court Narrows Right to Appeal… October 31, 2025 – The Utah Supreme Court ruled in State v. Harris, 2025 UT 48, that criminal defendants do not…
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State v. Bell Resets the Standard for… In State v. Bell, 2025 UT App 169, the Utah Court of Appeals issued a significant decision that reshapes how prosecutors…
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State v. Smith, 2025 UT 45 In a recent decision, the Utah Supreme Court made it clear: judges—not juries—must decide if criminal charges are too old to…

Articles on Estate Planning – Wills & Trusts

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Estate Planning in Layton, Utah: What You… Estate planning is more than just writing a will—it’s a strategic process for protecting your property, providing for your loved ones,…
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What happens if you die without a will? What happens if you die without a will in Utah? State laws decide who inherits your assets, which may not reflect…
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Living Trust or Testamentary Trust A living trust takes effect during your lifetime and can help avoid probate, while a testamentary trust is created through your…

Clearing Your Criminal Record in Utah

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Do You Need to Be the President’s Son to… President Biden’s pardon of his son, Hunter Biden, has raised questions: Is the power to pardon political? Does it favor the…
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Clearing Your Record – Expungement in Utah Utah’s expungement laws provide a path to clear your criminal record. An order to expunge records will allow you to respond…
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Investing in Your Future: Understanding… Clearing your record is more than just filing paperwork—it’s about a fresh start and peace of mind. At Stone River Law,…

Adoption Information and Articles

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Notice Requirements in Utah Adult Adoptions Do I have to serve notice on a parent for an adult adoption? Required notice in an adult adoption is different…
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How to Get a New Birth Certificate After… After an adoption is finalized in Utah—whether it’s a stepparent adoption, adult adoption, private adoption, or foster care adoption—you’ll need to…
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Adult Adoption – Information for Your Attorney This guide outlines the essential information your attorney needs to begin drafting the necessary court documents for an adult adoption. From…

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