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...
by Bradley Henderson | Dec 6, 2024 | Client Guides & FAQ
Can You Own a Gun in Utah If you’re old enough, the answer is likely yes, unless you are a restricted person. In the United States, the Second Amendment protects the right to own firearms, with some exceptions. In Utah, these regulations are minimal and mostly...
by Megan Fowles | Dec 6, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Behind the sterile efficiency of plea deals lies a troubling reality: defendants often feel coerced into pleading guilty, sacrificing their right to a trial in exchange for leniency that may or may not materialize. This trade-off raises a fundamental question: do plea...
