Author: Stephen Howard
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Aggravated Felony Charges in Utah
Defending Serious Criminal Charges Aggravated criminal charges in Utah are felony charges that typically involve the use of a weapon or that involve a serious physical injury. Judges and prosecutors take these charges seriously, and there is a…
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Drug Possession Defense – Cocaine
Defending Drug Charges in Salt Lake Utah law classifies cocaine as a Schedule II controlled substance. Being charged with possession of cocaine in the Salt Lake district courts can result in a felony or misdemeanor conviction, jail or…
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Possession with Intent to Distribute
Distribution and Possession with Intent in Utah The Utah criminal code classifies possession of a controlled substance with the intent to distribute at the same level as actual distribution or sale of drugs. Both possession with the intent…
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Salt Lake Criminal Theft Defense – Charges and Level
Theft charges in Utah include minor misdemeanors as well as serious felonies that can result in lengthy prison sentences. Even minor theft charges can be enhanced to the felony level if you have prior theft convictions. If you…
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Bad and Bounced Checks in Utah Criminal Cases
“Check fraud” may trigger thoughts of forged checks and fake ID’s. Utah’s criminal code includes penalties for intentionally fraudulent conduct, but it also includes criminal penalties that can be imposed when a person bounces a check on his…
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Retail Theft & Shoplifting Defense
Defending Shoplifting Charges in Salt Lake City Shoplifting charges in Salt Lake City start at the class B misdemeanor level, but can be charged at higher levels based on the value of the merchandise or on the prior…