Category: Criminal Defense
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District Courts – Criminal Defense in Utah
Utah’s district courts handle the most serious criminal cases. The stakes are high, and having the right criminal defense team on your side can make a real difference.
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Clearing Your Record – Expungement in Utah
Utah’s expungement laws provide a path to clear your criminal record. An order to expunge records will allow you to respond to most questions or inquiries about past criminal charges…
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Felony Defense and Case Strategy in Utah
Knowledge is power. Being charged with a felony can be frightening, but knowing what to expect and your options will help you make the bestinformed decisions. Giving up is not…
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Defense Strategy in Misdemeanor Cases
Finding the Right Strategy for the Best Results A misdemeanor charge is less serious than a felony charge, but still carries significant potential penalties, including jail time. A misdemeanor conviction…
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Sentencing in Utah – Aggravating & Mitigating Factors
What factors can be considered by a judge at a sentencing hearing? In most Utah criminal cases, the sentencing judge has significant discretion in deciding what penalties to impose, whether…
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Expunging a Violent Felony Conviction
Expunging a violent felony conviction in Utah requires a preliminary step – having the felony conviction reduced to the misdemeanor level by filing a 402 motion to reduce the level…
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Criminal Convictions & Consequences
Collateral Consequences of a Criminal Conviction in Utah Collateral consequences are those that do not come directly from the court’s sentencing or probation orders. Instead, collateral consequences are penalties or…
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Can I be convicted of a crime if didn’t complete it?
Attempted Crimes under Utah Law An “attempt” to commit an offense is the most common “inchoate” (or incomplete) crime. Solicitation and conspiracy are also considered inchoate crimes. In cases involving…
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Can your attorneys give second opinions on criminal appeals issues?
Our attorneys at Stone River Law offer second opinions on criminal appeals, providing a fresh perspective on your case. We review court records to identify errors and assess the likelihood…