Author: Stephen Howard
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Defending Criminal Trespass Charges
Elements of a Utah Criminal Trespass Charge Under Utah criminal law, the offense of criminal trespass can be committed in various ways. Each variant requires proof that a person entered or remained unlawfully on or in property. But…
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Riot Charges in Utah
A felony charge of “riot” in Utah can be punished by up to five years in prison and a $5,000 fine plus a 90% surcharge. In cases where riot is charged, it is common that other related charges…
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Jail Time for Misdemeanors in Utah
Can a person be ordered to serve more than a year in jail on a misdemeanor? Utah Code 76-3-204 establishes that the maximum period of incarceration (jail time) that a court can impose as a sentence on a…
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Utah Criminal Appeals Attorney
If you have been wrongfully convicted of a crime in Utah, it is critical to contact anexperienced criminal defense attorney immediately. The appellate process can be complicated, and there are critical time deadlines that must be met in…
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Failure to Give Miranda Warnings
What happens if I was not read my Miranda rights? On television, police officers customarily begin reading suspects their Miranda rights as the handcuffs are being placed on their wrists. In the real world, things work differently. A…
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Finding a Job… with a Felony
It Can Be Done – Don’t Give Up Finding a job can be tough, even without a criminal record. But if you have been branded as a “convicted felon,” finding employment can seem impossible. If you are having…