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Lineup Procedures in Criminal Cases

March 4, 2020 By Stephen Howard

Appropriate lineup procedures in criminal cases play an important role in making accurate identifications. Lineup identifications are a common … [Read more...]

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DUI in Utah – Actual Physical Control

February 17, 2020 By Stephen Howard

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...]

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What should I do if I receive a DUI citation?

January 27, 2020 By Stephen Howard

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...]

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What is the statute of limitations for a misdemeanor charge in Utah?

January 18, 2020 By Stephen Howard

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...]

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Aggravated Felony Charges in Utah

January 18, 2020 By Stephen Howard

Salt Lake Criminal Defense Attorneys Aggravated criminal charges in Utah are felony charges that typically involve the use of a weapon or that … [Read more...]

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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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Midvale City Justice Court – Criminal Defense

January 17, 2020 By Stephen Howard

The Midvale City Justice Court is located at 655 W. Center Street in Midvale, Utah 84047. The court is presided over by Judge Ronald Wolthuis. Clerks … [Read more...]

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Expert Witness Notice in Utah

November 6, 2019 By Stephen Howard

Utah Code section 77-17-13 governs the timing and contents requirements for notice of expert witnesses that must be given in Utah felony criminal … [Read more...]

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Utah Misdemeanor Defense Attorneys

November 3, 2019 By Stephen Howard

Penalties for a misdemeanor conviction in Utah are less severe than the consequences that can accompany a felony conviction. But even at the … [Read more...]

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    Client charged with felony aggravated assault for using broken bottle as a weapon. Defense case focused on self-defense, resulting in not guilty verdict by the jury at trial.

    Client pulled over by police for investigation of DUI. Mr. Howard filed a motion to suppress challenging the basis for the warrantless search and seizure. Police had received a report that client might be drunk. By challenging the basis for the report and demonstrating that police observation of client’s driving for nearly two miles showed no traffic violations or other indications of impairment, the prosecutor conceded error and moved to dismiss the DUI.

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