Author: Stephen Howard
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Prescription Fraud Charges
Defending Prescription Fraud Cases in Salt Lake Passing a forged prescription, prescription fraud, or obtaining a prescription under false pretenses can be charged as a felony under Utah law. The consequences of a conviction can include prison time,…
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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…
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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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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 Minor in Possession (MIP) – Criminal Attorney
Utah law makes it a crime for any minor to consume or possess alcohol, or to have any measurable amount of alcohol in the body as determined by a blood, breath, or urine test. This charge is often…