NOTICE: The material posted on this page is intended for use by attorneys defending clients facing criminal prosecution in Utah. The information … [Read more...]
Utah Clean Slate Laws
In March of 2019, Utah became the second state in the nation to pass Clean Slate laws. Under Utah Clean Slate laws, individuals with eligible criminal … [Read more...]
Expungement Waiting Times
Does the waiting period for expungement eligibility in Utah start when the case is closed or when State Debt Collections files a satisfaction of … [Read more...]
Expungement Hearings in Utah – Yes and No
Are courts in Utah required to hold a hearing on an expungement petition? Utah law provides both a clear "yes" and a clear "no" answer to this … [Read more...]
Entrapment Defense in Utah
An entrapment defense can form an important part of a successful criminal defense strategy in Utah. To understand entrapment, we can use fishing as an … [Read more...]
Lineup Procedures in Criminal Cases
Appropriate lineup procedures in criminal cases play an important role in making accurate identifications. Lineup identifications are a common … [Read more...]
DUI in Utah – Actual Physical Control
Utah's DUI statutes contain "actual physical control" language that can allow a prosecutor to charge you with DUI in Utah even if you are not … [Read more...]
Claiming Alibi in Utah Criminal Cases
The legal defense of alibi involves evidence that a defendant was not present at the time and place where a crime is alleged to have occurred. … [Read more...]
What should I do if I receive a DUI citation?
Receiving a citation for DUI in Utah actually begins two separate cases against you. One case is dealt with through the criminal court system. The … [Read more...]
What is the statute of limitations for a misdemeanor charge in Utah?
If you are arrested on a misdemeanor charge in Utah, you should normally be released from jail if the case is not filed with the courts within 72 … [Read more...]
