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Salt Lake Drunk Driving / DUI / DWI Defense Lawyer

November 12, 2021 By Tarragon

Salt Lake area prosecutors and judges take DUI cases seriously. Political pressure to be "tough" on crime can make prosecutors hesitant to engage in … [Read more...]

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Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance

January 18, 2020 By Tarragon

The Utah criminal code classifies possession of a controlled substance with the intent to distribute at the same level as actual distribution or sale … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Drug Charges, Felony Charges, Salt Lake

Salt Lake Criminal Theft Defense – Charges and Level

January 18, 2020 By Tarragon

Theft charges in Utah include minor misdemeanors as well as serious felonies that can result in lengthy prison sentences. Even minor theft charges can … [Read more...]

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Salt Lake Public Intoxication Attorney – Utah Criminal Defense

January 18, 2020 By Tarragon

Public intoxication is a misdemeanor crime in Utah that carries the potential for jail time and a criminal record that can follow you for years. While … [Read more...]

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    Client faced felony charges for allegedly using a gun to menace another driver during road rage incident. Defense trial strategy demonstrated that the alleged victim was the likely aggressor and that client had taken reasonable action to defend himself.

    Client charged with felony insurance fraud after claiming work-related injury prevented him from returning to work. Insurance investigators obtained video that included client kicking soccer ball in his yard. Government allegations of fraud were rebutted by medical records and prior administrative adjudications. Client’s job required heavy lifting. The claimed injury did not prevent him from kicking a ball but did prevent him from lifting. Prosecutor conceded error and voluntarily dismissed the case.

    First-degree felony burglary charges with gang enhancement were filed based on client’s participation in burglary planned by other individuals. Based on client’s peripheral involvement and evidence his conduct was out of character, prosecutor consented to abeyance agreement at misdemeanor level that would ultimately lead to case dismissal.

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      Client faced felony charges for allegedly using a gun to menace another driver during road rage incident. Defense trial strategy demonstrated that the alleged victim was the likely aggressor and that client had taken reasonable action to defend himself.

      Client charged with felony insurance fraud after claiming work-related injury prevented him from returning to work. Insurance investigators obtained video that included client kicking soccer ball in his yard. Government allegations of fraud were rebutted by medical records and prior administrative adjudications. Client’s job required heavy lifting. The claimed injury did not prevent him from kicking a ball but did prevent him from lifting. Prosecutor conceded error and voluntarily dismissed the case.

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