Category: Criminal Defense
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I was arrested for DUI in Davis County. What is next?
Being arrested for DUI can be overwhelming and scary. Many people have never been in trouble with the law before and immediately begin asking questions. Understanding what happens next can…
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I Hooked-up with a Girl Who Alleges Rape
Worst Nightmare You meet a girl at a bar or a party or on a dating app. There is chemistry. There is flirting. Excitement. Maybe nude pics are shared. You…
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BCI Denied Your Utah Expungement? The Decision May Not Be Final.
Receiving a notice from the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) stating that your conviction is “Not Expungable” can be discouraging—but it doesn’t always mean your case is over. Depending…
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Criminal Court Processes in Davis County
Learn how a criminal case moves through the Davis County, Utah courts—from investigation and arrest to preliminary hearings, plea negotiations, trial, and sentencing—with practical guidance on what to expect and…
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The Purpose and Importance of Preliminary Hearings in Utah
A preliminary hearing can shape the future of a Utah criminal case long before trial. Learn what happens during this critical proceeding, how judges evaluate probable cause, and why it…
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Double Jeopardy Protections in Utah
If you’ve already been charged or taken to court for a crime, you typically cannot be charged again for the same offense. This protection is known as double jeopardy.
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Retail Theft – Defending Charges in Utah
Shoplifting (aka Retail Theft) is a criminal charge that can go on your permanent criminal record, and carry significant penalties in Utah.
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Utah Law – Single Criminal Episode
In Utah law, the concept of a “single criminal episode” plays an important role in determining how multiple charges are prosecuted, sentenced, and sometimes even whether they can proceed at…
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Forcible Sodomy – Utah Code §76-5-403
Understand how Forcible Sodomy is defined under Utah Code §76-5-403, what actions can lead to charges, and the consequences of a conviction.
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State v. Bush, 2025 UT App 87
The Utah Appeals Court has recently released an opinion affirming the criminal mischief felony charge of Jeffrey Bush. Bush’s challenges of these convictions were all reviewed by the court and…
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Fe en la relación abogado-cliente
Hace unos años, un viejo amigo de la secundaria se comunicó conmigo después de más de veinticinco años. Cuando le dije que soy abogado defensor penal, me respondió: “Es un…
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Qué hacer si usted o un ser querido es arrestado en Utah
Pocas experiencias son tan inquietantes como ser arrestado o ver a un ser querido pasar por esa situación. Las emociones se intensifican, aparece la confusión y el impulso de actuar…