by Stone River Law | Nov 20, 2023 | Criminal Defense
A charge of criminal mischief in Utah most commonly involves the intentional damage to or destruction of property owned by another person. Vandalism often falls under Utah’s definition of criminal mischief. Criminal Mischief – Utah Domestic Violence Attorneys...
by Stone River Law | Nov 20, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Police conduct during a traffic stop is limited by Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable search and seizure. If police observe a traffic violation, they can stop the vehicle and question the driver. The scope of their conduct is restricted to an...
by Stone River Law | Nov 20, 2023 | Criminal Defense
In misdemeanor cases, you can sometimes resolve your case at the first hearing (arraignment). Generally, however, this will mean some kind of conviction will be entered on your record. By entering a guilty plea, you are in essence doing the prosecutor’s work....
by Stone River Law | Nov 20, 2023 | Criminal Defense
What Does Utah’s Distracted Driving Law Cover? According to Utah law, texting or using a handheld device while driving is illegal on any “highway.” But the term “highway” is defined more broadly than you might expect. Under Utah Code, a highway...
by Stone River Law | Nov 20, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Legal Restrictions on Firearms In Utah, the law forbids restricted individuals from buying, transferring, possessing, or using firearms or dangerous weapons. This includes having custody or control over any such weapons. Additionally, federal laws impose even harsher...
by Stone River Law | Nov 20, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Understanding Jail Release Agreements in Utah In Utah, individuals arrested on domestic violence charges often face restrictions under a jail release agreement, including no contact with the alleged victim. Waiving Contact and Communication Restrictions In some cases,...
