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Limited Appearances in Utah Criminal Cases

Last Updated on September 12, 2023 By Stone River Law

Rule 75 of the Utah Rules of Civil Procedure governs the filing of a “limited” appearance of counsel, even in criminal cases. Because there is no relevant rule of criminal procedure rule addressing limited appearances, the civil rule applies. See Utah R. Civ. Pro. 81(e). Can a defense attorney file a “limited” appearance of counsel […]

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Utah Expungement Lawyers

Last Updated on September 7, 2023 By Stone River Law

What is an expungement? An arrest or a criminal conviction can stay on a person’s record forever. An expungement can change that. An expungement is the official sealing of all court records, arrest records, and associated investigation and detention records. The current Utah Code, §77-40-108(2), allows a person who has received an expungement to “respond […]

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Utah’s Clean Slate Law

Last Updated on September 7, 2023 By Stone River Law

The State of Utah recently implemented its new “Clean Slate Law,” which means that many people with Utah criminal convictions may now have their convictions automatically expunged after required waiting periods have passed. To find out if you qualify, the State has established a website where you can check to see if your criminal conviction […]

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Utah Lawyers Defending Misdemeanor Charges

Last Updated on September 7, 2023 By Stone River Law

In Utah, a misdemeanor can be a serious conviction with lasting consequences. A single misdemeanor charge can carry penalties of up to a year in jail as well as fines and surcharges totaling a maximum of $4,750. Collateral consequences of a misdemeanor conviction can also include loss of your job, driver license suspension, professional licensing […]

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Utah Felony Defense Attorneys

Last Updated on September 7, 2023 By Stone River Law

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 dollars. You need a good attorney. Contact us today to see what we can do for your felony case. What is a Felony? A felony is one of the most […]

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A Team Approach to Criminal Defense in Utah

Last Updated on September 7, 2023 By Stone River Law

Our attorneys collaborate both in court and in the office. Strategy and legal brainstorming sessions are held regularly, and often spontaneously as our attorneys interact throughout the day. Our defense team includes a top support staff along with investigators and other professionals as needed. Our attorneys have the experience, knowledge, and determination to handle the […]

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Criminal Defense in Utah District Courts

Last Updated on September 7, 2023 By Stone River Law

Utah’s district court system handles all cases involving felony crimes or class A misdemeanor charges. In cases involving both felony or class A charges as well as class B or class C misdemeanors, the district court should normally handle of the charges arising from a single criminal episode in one consolidated case. Any criminal charge […]

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Criminal Defense – Utah’s Justice Courts

Last Updated on September 7, 2023 By Stone River Law

Utah’s justice courts are restricted to handling misdemeanors at the class B or class C level, plus infractions. Any class A misdemeanor or felony charge must be filed in district court. Many justice courts are restricted to only hearing cases arising within their own city borders. Some counties have county-wide justice courts, but these courts […]

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Invoking Spousal Testimonial Privilege in Utah

Last Updated on August 22, 2023 By Stone River Law

Utah’s spousal testimonial privilege is a legal protection that allows one spouse to refuse to testify against the other spouse in a criminal case. Article I Section 12 of the Utah Constitution specifically provides, “a person shall not be compelled to testify against the person’s spouse” in a criminal case. How do I invoke spousal […]

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