Articles

Sort by Category
December 20, 2024
Navigating the Arraignment in Utah
For most misdemeanor criminal charges, the arraignment hearing is the first time you will appear in court for the case. Whether you have already...
December 19, 2024
Davis County Justice Court
The Davis County Justice Court handles class B and C misdemeanor charges. Felony and class A misdemeanor charges are filed in district court. In...
December 19, 2024
Reducing a Felony Conviction in Utah: 402 Reductions
If you’ve been convicted of a felony in Utah, you may have the chance to reduce it to a misdemeanor through a process set out in Utah Code section...
December 19, 2024
Defending Felony Charges
In Utah, a felony is a serious charge that can carry severe penalties, including lengthy prison or jail terms and potential fines of thousands of...
December 19, 2024
Aggravated Assault in Utah
Aggravated assault in Utah is a felony offense. Penalties can be significant, especially if injuries are serious. What is aggravated assault? Utah...
December 19, 2024
Assault Defense Lawyers in Layton
Assault and aggravated assault charges are serious and could result in substantial jail and or prison time if convicted. To achieve the best results...
December 19, 2024
How is a Living Trust different from a Testamentary Trust?
While a living trust and a testamentary trust can perform many of the same functions, they do have key differences. A living trust is created during...
December 19, 2024
Drug Crime Penalties in Utah Courts – Attorneys for the Defense
Penalties for Drug Crimes in Utah The starting point for charging level and potential penalties for a drug case conviction in Utah is typically based...
December 19, 2024
Utah’s Marijuana Laws: How to Stay Legal in the Beehive State
Marijuana laws in Utah are complex and tightly regulated, especially when compared to states where recreational use is fully legalized. Understanding...
December 19, 2024
Utah Criminal Defense Lawyers – Farmington
Our criminal defense team is ready to protect your rights in Davis County. We have significant experience in all levels of felony and misdemeanor...
December 19, 2024
State v Chadwick, 2024 UT 34
In State v. Chadwick the Utah Supreme Court reviewed whether jury instructions provided by the district court violated the Unanimous Verdict Clause...
December 18, 2024
Guns, Marijuana, and Utah Law
A broken taillight. A slight swerve. A routine traffic stop can spiral into something far more serious when marijuana and firearms enter the picture....
December 18, 2024