Author: Stone River Law
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Victim or “Alleged” Victim in Utah Criminal Cases?
Changing the words we use to describe a situation can affect what we think about that situation. Using the term “victim” versus “alleged victim” in Utah’s criminal courts can change…
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Ogden Second District Court – Utah
Ogden’s Second District Court has exclusive jurisdiction over all felony and class A misdemeanor cases in Weber County, along with de novo justice court appeals.
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General Intent or Specific Intent in Utah Criminal Cases
Criminal charges in Utah can require proof of both a general intent (to do something) and a specific intent (usually related to an intended outcome).
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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 either court, having an experienced criminal…
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Clinton City Justice Court
The Clinton City Justice Court has jurisdiction over infractions, class B and class C misdemeanor charges occurring within Clinton’s borders. Other more serious offenses, including felonies and class A misdemeanors…
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Sunset City Justice Court
The Sunset City Justice Court plays an important role in the local criminal justice system, addressing infractions and class B and class C misdemeanor charges that occur within the boundaries…
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Justice Court – Syracuse, Utah
The Syracuse City Justice Court plays a critical role in the local judiciary, handling infractions and class B and class C misdemeanor charges occurring within Syracuse, Utah. Any felony or…
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Clearfield Justice Court, Davis County
Utah’s Clearfield Justice Court plays an essential role in the local government judicial system, addressing infractions and class B and class C misdemeanor charges that occur within the boundaries of…
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What is the difference between a living will and a living trust?
Although the two terms are similar, they refer to very different estate planning tools. A living will allows a person to state end-of-life medical care preferences and to name a…
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Should I start counseling while my criminal case is still pending?
Many of our clients ask whether they should start counseling before their criminal case is resolved. In most cases, the answer is yes. Over 90% of criminal cases in Utah…
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Criminal Defense in Iron County, Utah
Iron County is part of Utah’s Fifth Judicial District. Cedar City is largest city, and home to the county’s two busiest criminal courts — the Iron County District Court and…
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Criminal Defense in Washington County, Utah
Washington County’s criminal cases are handled by the St. George District Court for felonies and serious misdemeanors, while justice courts manage lower-level misdemeanors. Knowing which court is handling your case…