Category: Criminal Defense
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State v. Smith, 2022 UT 13
The Utah Supreme Court provided an analysis of Fourth Amendment search and seizures issues in the case of State v. Smith, 2022 UT 13. The opinion provides a number of…
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Can an officer make an arrest without witnessing a crime?
In Utah, police need probable cause to make an arrest. This means they must have facts that would lead a reasonable person to believe a crime was committed. While witnessing…
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Should I talk to police after I am detained?
Police want to ask me questions. What should I do? Best Answer: Talking to police only after you have consulted with a good criminal defense attorney is usually the best…
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Is duress a defense to criminal prosecution in Utah?
Duress, coercion, and threats are covered by Utah’s affirmative defense of “compulsion” under Utah Code 76-2-302. The statutory defense of compulsion provides that a person is not guilty of the…
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Can a judge who formerly prosecuted my case preside over it as judge?
Can a judge who once prosecuted your case still preside over it? In Williams v. Pennsylvania, the U.S. Supreme Court says no. Discover why judges must recuse themselves to ensure…
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Jury Composition – Utah Code 78B-1-104
How Many Jurors on a Utah Criminal Jury Utah Code section 78B-1-104 establishes the number of jurors required to compose a jury in criminal trials. Whereas 12 jurors is the…
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Your Rights in a Utah Criminal Case
Following is a summary of some of the most basic, but also most important, rights that each person has under both State and Federal constitutions. Your Rights in Court Getting…
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Unintentional or Accidental Death in Criminal Homicide
Not all criminal homicide is intentional. Utah law establishes different penalties based on the state of mind, intent, or mens rea of the person accused of causing the death of…
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What are the differences between a DUI and a DWI in Utah?
In Utah, the terms DUI and DWI are often used interchangeably in referring to the charge of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. But there are differences and…
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Criminal Defense Lawyer in Layton, Utah
Layton is the largest city in Davis County, Utah. It is also home to one of the three district courthouses in Davis County. The Layton District is one of only…
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Farmington Criminal Defense – Attorneys in Davis County
Our criminal defense team is ready to protect your rights in Farmington and Davis County. We have significant experience in all levels of felony and misdemeanor cases statewide.
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Utah Code 76-3-402 – Amended 2023
House Bill 174 made significant changes to Utah Code section 76-3-402 affect individual eligibility for a reduction in the level and severity of a criminal conviction. Defense attorneys should look…