by Megan Fowles | Sep 11, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Know Your Rights Protection Against Illegal Searches: The Fourth Amendment The Fourth Amendment protects you from unreasonable searches. During a traffic stop, police need one of three things to search your car: Your permission Probable cause and exigent circumstances...
by Stone River Law | Sep 5, 2024 | Criminal Defense
The Importance of Pretrial Self-Defense Hearings in Utah Pretrial self-defense hearings can be a game-changer in Utah criminal defense cases. In 2021, Utah’s legislature introduced Section 76-2-309, granting defendants in most felony and Class A misdemeanor cases that...
by Bradley Henderson | Sep 3, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Hollywood vs. Real Life In movies, defense attorneys often get charges dismissed with a dramatic courtroom reveal, proclaiming their client’s innocence to everyone in the room. They might say, “He was hiking the Appalachian Trail during the murder; the mud on...
by Benjamin Keller | Sep 2, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Typical Length of Jury Trials Most jury trials are brief, typically lasting only one or two days. It’s also uncommon for juries to be sequestered, meaning isolated from the public during the trial. If a trial extends beyond one day, you’ll usually be able to...
by Megan Fowles | Sep 1, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Clear Your Record and Unlock New Opportunities Your criminal record doesn’t need to be a permanent roadblock. The doors to new opportunities may be opened through expungement, pardon, or a 402 reduction. These options allow you to put the past behind you and focus on...
by Bradley Henderson | Aug 31, 2024 | Criminal Defense
The Real Problem For many people accused of a crime, the biggest concern isn’t the accusation—it’s the potential consequences. Fines, jail time, and job loss can have life-altering impacts. Take, for example, a father who believes spanking his child is appropriate...
