by Stone River Law | Jul 2, 2023 | Criminal Defense
The 402 reduction process gets its name from the the statute that authorizes the reduction – Utah Code section 76-3-402. This statute allows courts to reduce the level of a conviction by either one step or two steps after the case has been closed if parole or...
by Stone River Law | Jun 29, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Utah Justice Courts: What You Need to Know Utah’s justice courts handle misdemeanors at the Class B or Class C level, as well as infractions. More serious charges, such as Class A misdemeanors or felonies, must be heard in district court. Jurisdiction of Justice...
by Stone River Law | Jun 29, 2023 | Finding a Lawyer
Utah District Courts: What You Need to Know District courts in Utah are courts of “general jurisdiction” – meaning that they can handle any level of charge. As a practical matter, most lower-level misdemeanors are filed in local justice courts. All...
by Stone River Law | Jun 28, 2023 | Expungements
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 as though the arrest or conviction did not occur. The process for expunging records...
by Stone River Law | Jun 19, 2023 | Criminal Defense
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 an option. The experienced attorneys at Utah’s Stone River Law are prepared to defend...
by Stone River Law | Jun 19, 2023 | Criminal Defense
A misdemeanor charge is less serious than a felony charge, but still carries significant potential penalties, including jail time. A misdemeanor conviction in Utah can become part of your criminal record. Collateral consequences can affect your life even after the...
