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Utah Clean Slate Laws

June 25, 2021 By Stephen Howard

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

January 12, 2021 By Stephen Howard

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...]

Not Guilty Verdict
Aggravated Assault

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.

Appeal and Dismissal
DUI and Motion to Suppress

While represented by a different attorney, client was convicted of DUI by jury at trial. Mr. Howard filed an appeal challenging the district court’s denial of a motion to suppress. Appellate court reversed the trial court and the case was dismissed.

Abeyance and Dismissal
First-Degree Burglary

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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