by Megan Fowles | Mar 6, 2025 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense FAQ
Types of Warrants That Can Lead to Arrest Not all warrants are the same. The way a warrant is handled depends on its type and the reason it was issued. Bench Warrant – Issued by a judge, usually when someone misses a scheduled court date or fails to comply with a...
by Megan Fowles | Mar 3, 2025 | Criminal Defense
What is Assault in Utah? Under Utah Code §76-5-102, assault is defined as: Attempting, with unlawful force or violence, to injure another person. Threatening harm in a way that makes another person fear immediate violence. Simple assault usually involves minor...
by Benjamin Keller | Mar 3, 2025 | Utah Appellate Court Opinions
Facts of the Case Johnson and Chris were friends who regularly hung out at Johnson’s residence. One night Chris came to Johnson’s house, angered over a dispute with Johnson involving lottery tickets. Johnson’s son informed Chris that his father did not want to talk to...
by Megan Fowles | Feb 28, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Utah’s DUI Laws and Scooters: How Utah Defines a DUI Under Utah Code § 41-6a-502, a person is guilty of driving under the influence if they: Have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.05% or higher (Utah has the lowest legal BAC limit in the country), or Are under...
by Megan Fowles | Feb 24, 2025 | Utah Appellate Court Opinions
Facts: In In re K.M., the case concerns a long-standing guardianship dispute over K.M., a minor. K.M.’s maternal grandmother initially petitioned for a protective order seeking custody in 2016, citing concerns over the child’s mother’s mental health. In...
by Megan Fowles | Feb 24, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Attorneys play a crucial role in maintaining a fair society. They defend the rights of the accused, ensure fair trials, and uphold due process. Whether protecting someone charged with a misdemeanor or a felony, attorneys are essential in preserving constitutional...
