by Stone River Law | Nov 19, 2023 | Criminal Defense
This may be the first time you have faced criminal charges. It is natural to be nervous, anxious, or even downright scared. Legal information found online often emphasizes worst-case scenario outcomes and the maximum punishments that can be imposed in Utah misdemeanor...
by Stone River Law | Nov 19, 2023 | Finding a Lawyer
The consequences of a criminal conviction can be devastating. When facing criminal prosecution in Utah, you need the best legal defense you can get. With more than 40 years combined experience, our criminal defense team is ready to help you. Contact us today to see...
by Stone River Law | Nov 19, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Focusing on the immediate and direct consequences that are possible when a criminal sentencing hearing is approaching is important. However, collateral consequences of a criminal conviction in Utah can extend long after a sentencing hearing is completed and even after...
by Stone River Law | Nov 19, 2023 | Expungements
What happens once the expungement order is signed? Utah Code section 77-40a-401 controls what happens once an expungement order has been signed by the court. It sets out rules for distribution of the order by the Bureau (BCI) as well as what agency’s are...
by Stone River Law | Nov 19, 2023 | Criminal Defense
“Discovery” refers to evidence, information, and other materials that are exchanged between the parties in a pending court case. Discovery in Utah criminal cases is governed by procedural rules, statutes, and important constitutional principles of due...
by Stone River Law | Oct 18, 2023 | Criminal Defense
In February of 2023, news media outlets reported that Porcha Woodruff, a woman from Detroit, was falsely arrested for robbery and carjacking. She was arrested because facial recognition software identified her as the perpetrator. Artificial intelligence is known to be...
