by Megan Fowles | Feb 4, 2025 | Criminal Defense
What is Drug Paraphernalia? Utah law (Utah Code §58-37a-3) defines drug paraphernalia as any item used, intended for use, or designed to consume, produce, or distribute illegal drugs. This broad definition includes both obvious items and everyday objects, depending on...
by Megan Fowles | Feb 3, 2025 | Criminal Defense
People justify their actions instead of acknowledging mistakes. This happens everywhere, but it can have serious consequences in the criminal justice system. How Self-Justification Affects Criminal Cases People instinctively protect their self-image. When accused of a...
by Stephen Howard | Jan 22, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Treat library books with care. Not just as a matter of respect for the printed page, but also to avoid unintentionally committing a crime. Chapter 6 of the Utah Criminal Code focuses on property crimes. Part 8 of the chapter is devoted entirely to misdemeanor and...
by Stone River Law | Jan 22, 2025 | Criminal Defense
The terms “Miranda warnings” and “Miranda rights” are often used interchangeably. But there is a significant difference between warnings and rights. The warnings are derived from the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case Miranda v. Arizona (1966)....
by Megan Fowles | Jan 22, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Every day, I see firsthand the tireless effort and unwavering dedication they pour into their work, not for accolades or headlines, but for something much greater: the ideals that define a just and democratic society. These experienced lawyers do more than defend...
by Stephen Howard | Jan 21, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Courts sometimes use language that you may not be familiar with. More important, sometimes courts use language that does not accurately reflect or fully explain the law. Here is an example taken from a website hosted by one of Utah’s local justice courts...
