Category: Criminal Defense
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State v Begay, 2024 UT App 63
In 2021, Defendant faced charges for offenses allegedly committed in the 1990s. The Utah Court of Appeals dismissed the case due to statute of limitations issues, shedding light on what…
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State v Correa, 2024 UT App 69
Facts: In 2020 Sergio Correa was stopped by a police officer, leading to the discovery that Correa did not have a valid driver license as well as being under the…
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Understanding Your Rights During an Arrest
Being arrested or even stopped by the police can be overwhelming. You might feel powerless, but it’s crucial to remember that you have rights. Understanding and exercising these rights can…
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Utah Appellate Rule Updates – 11 & 22
The Utah Supreme Court has approved certain revisions to Rule 11 and Rule 22 of the Utah Rules of Appellate Procedure. The amendments affect the inclusion of exhibits in the…
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State v Cesspooch, 2024 UT App 15
The Utah Court of Appeals addressed two related issues in this appeal from a conviction for possession of drug paraphernalia. These issues included: The defendant was accused of possession of…
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Summit County Jail, Utah
The Summit County Jail typically houses individuals who have been recently arrested, who are waiting for trial or resolution on a pending case, or who have been ordered to serve…
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Farmington Second District Court – Utah
Farmington’s Second District Court is the largest court serving Davis County. Felony and misdemeanor cases filed by the Davis County Attorney’s Office are normally heard in Farmington.
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Interlocutory Appeals in Utah Criminal Cases
An interlocutory appeal is one that is filed prior to a final judgment is entered. In most criminal cases, this will mean filing a petition for permission to appeal an…
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Victim or “Alleged” Victim in Utah Criminal Cases?
Changing the words we use to describe a situation can affect what we think about that situation. Using the term “victim” versus “alleged victim” in Utah’s criminal courts can change…
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Ogden Second District Court – Utah
Ogden’s Second District Court has exclusive jurisdiction over all felony and class A misdemeanor cases in Weber County, along with de novo justice court appeals.
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General Intent or Specific Intent in Utah Criminal Cases
Criminal charges in Utah can require proof of both a general intent (to do something) and a specific intent (usually related to an intended outcome).
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Davis County Justice Court
The Davis County Justice Court handles class B and C misdemeanor charges. Felony and class A misdemeanor charges are filed in district court. In either court, having an experienced criminal…