by Bradley Henderson | Dec 11, 2024 | Client Guides & FAQ, Criminal Defense
When you think of a criminal case, you might picture a dramatic courtroom trial. However, the reality is that most criminal cases involve multiple hearings, and only a small number ever make it to trial. Many of these hearings are routine steps designed to check the...
by Megan Fowles | Dec 11, 2024 | Expungements
Navigating Utah’s expungement system on your own may seem doable, but legal experts caution against it. Utah’s rules, procedures, and court systems demand precision and strategy—making professional legal representation a crucial advantage. Expungement Laws...
by Megan Fowles | Dec 10, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Sex crimes are among the most serious and stigmatized offenses in Utah’s criminal justice system. They carry severe legal penalties and profound personal consequences, even before a case reaches trial. Discussing these cases can feel taboo, but understanding the...
by Megan Fowles | Dec 10, 2024 | Criminal Defense
What Are Pyramid and Ponzi Schemes? Pyramid Schemes rely on recruiting new participants to generate money. Members pay upfront fees or make purchases, which fund payments to earlier recruits. The structure collapses when recruitment slows, leaving most participants at...
by Stephen Howard | Dec 10, 2024 | Attorney Resources
Utah Code 76-9-702 – Defense Strategy in Lewdness Cases For the defense, key elements of a successful strategy will often focus on the intent and knowledge elements of a charge of lewdness under Utah law. Depending on the circumstances of the alleged offense and...
by Bradley Henderson | Dec 9, 2024 | Criminal Defense, Expungements
Not in Utah In the wake of President Biden’s controversial pardon of his son, Hunter Biden, many are asking: Is the power to pardon inherently political? Does it cater only to the elite? Utah offers a refreshing counterpoint—one that prioritizes merit and personal...
