by Bradley Henderson | Aug 17, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Trying to represent yourself can end up costing more than you save. When facing misdemeanor criminal charges in Utah Justice Courts, one question often comes up: Do I really need a lawyer for this? Many defendants consider going it alone—also known as going pro se...
by Benjamin Keller | Aug 16, 2024 | Utah Appellate Court Opinions
Facts During a lawful traffic stop for various vehicle infractions (a missing license plate, broken brake light, etc.) and “suspicious” driving behavior, officers discovered that the driver, Mr. True Sparling, had a suspended driver license and the passenger’s license...
by Megan Fowles | Aug 15, 2024 | Criminal Defense
What Does It Mean That Our Firm Fosters a Culture of Advocacy? At Stone River Law, fostering a culture of advocacy is at the core of our mission. Advocacy isn’t just about representing you in court; it’s about creating an environment where every action,...
by Benjamin Keller | Aug 14, 2024 | Criminal Defense
The phrase, “assault with a deadly weapon” is not specifically mentioned in Utah’s criminal code, or when charges are brought against someone. However, if a deadly or dangerous weapon is used during an assault it can result in more serious felony aggravated assault...
by Stephen Howard | Aug 13, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Jurisdiction for Felony Cases in Utah Third-degree felony cases in Utah are handled by the district courts, which have the authority to hear and decide on felony cases. Utah is divided into eight judicial districts, each serving specific counties: First District: Box...
by Benjamin Keller | Aug 13, 2024 | Utah Appellate Court Opinions
Facts In 2021, Michael Kufrin was convicted of having murdered his girlfriend Peggy in 1988. The facts leading to the eventual discovery of Peggy’s murder, Kufrin’s conviction, and the current appeal of that conviction are as follows: In 1988, Peggy was last seen...
