by Megan Fowles | Dec 19, 2024 | Criminal Defense
The Legal Landscape in Utah Utah has a conservative approach to marijuana use and possession. While the state legalized medical marijuana in 2018 under the Utah Medical Cannabis Act, recreational use remains illegal. Understanding where you fall within the law depends...
by Benjamin Keller | Dec 18, 2024 | Criminal Defense, Utah Appellate Court Opinions
In State v. Chadwick the Utah Supreme Court reviewed whether jury instructions provided by the district court violated the Unanimous Verdict Clause of the Utah Constitution. Facts Chadwick was charged with four counts of sexual abuse of a child, each count correlating...
by Stephen Howard | Dec 17, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Arson charges in Utah can be filed when a fire or explosion is intentionally and unlawfully created that damages to property or structures. Penalties can include substantial prison and fines. Having the right defense attorney can make a real difference. Categories and...
by Megan Fowles | Dec 17, 2024 | Criminal Defense
At the heart of this issue are two closely related but distinct ideas: failure to disclose identity and failure to identify. While they sound similar, their legal implications diverge, raising important questions about individual rights, law enforcement authority, and...
by Megan Fowles | Dec 17, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Under Utah Code §76-8-305.5, refusing to stop at an officer’s command is a Class A misdemeanor, the most serious level of misdemeanor under state law. The offense applies when an individual flees or attempts to elude an officer’s lawful order to stop with...
by Stephen Howard | Dec 16, 2024 | Attorney Resources
Should defense counsel affirmatively waive a client’s speedy trial rights if the court requests such a waiver? Short Answer: No. Mid-Length Answer: Speedy trial rights exist specifically to require the government to bring a case to trial within a reasonable period of...
