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Utah Criminal Lawyer

September 9, 2019 By Stephen Howard

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Utah criminal defense attorney Stephen Howard is uniquely qualified to protect your rights and defend your case. With extensive experience in Utah’s criminal justice system, and after handling thousands of serious felony cases ranging from murder to DUI, he has the knowledge and skill necessary to help you get the results you need. Some cases require aggressive representation. Other cases benefit from a more sophisticated defense strategy. The best results for your defense can depend on choosing a Utah defense attorney who understands how to fight hard, and fight smart. Contact us today to see what an experienced and aggressive Utah criminal attorney can do for your case.

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Stephen Howard – Utah criminal attorney Stephen Howard has achieved not guilty verdicts or outright dismissals in cases including robbery, burglary, drug charges, DUI, forgery, theft, domestic violence, white collar crimes, and many more. He is one of only a few criminal attorneys in Utah who has now twice successfully defended clients against the threatened death penalty in aggravated murder cases. Based in Salt Lake City and serving clients throughout Utah, criminal lawyer Stephen Howard offers his clients a depth of experience that is matched by few.


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Facing criminal charges in Utah can be overwhelming. Choosing the best criminal defense attorney to handle your case can be a difficult decision. If you have been charged with a crime in Utah, contact us immediately to schedule an initial confidential consultation. Learn what an experienced Utah defense attorney can do for you.

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The "For Attorneys" section provides tips and articles from the Canyons team intended to assist Utah defense attorneys improve their knowledge base and hone the skills needed to successfully represent clients facing criminal prosecution. These materials must be considered in context of relevant constitutional provisions, procedural rules, case law, and statutes. Reliance on these materials by individuals without the assistance of an experienced attorney is not recommended.

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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.

    Father was arrested and held on half-million dollar bail for allegedly kidnapping his own child. Defense counsel demonstrated legal impossibility under the circumstances and prosecutor agreed to dismiss outright.

    Client faced first-degree felony charges for selling drugs to undercover police officer. Mitigating evidence gathered by defense relating to client’s youth, family support, treatment options, and lack of prior history was pivotal in convincing prosecutor to allow an abeyance agreement to a single misdemeanor count. Case was ultimately dismissed.

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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.

      Father was arrested and held on half-million dollar bail for allegedly kidnapping his own child. Defense counsel demonstrated legal impossibility under the circumstances and prosecutor agreed to dismiss outright.

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      Important Information for People Facing Criminal Prosecution in Utah

      Knowing what you are facing in a Utah criminal prosecution is critical in choosing the right attorney to defend your rights. Articles in this section provide imformation about Utah's criminal justice system that each person should know. Click to learn more.

      Important Criminal Defense Information for Utah Attorneys

      The "For Attorneys" section is intended to assist attorneys defending clients in Utah criminal cases. These articles must be read in context of relevant constitutional provisions, procedural rules, case law, and statutes. Reliance on these materials by individuals without the assistance of an experienced attorney is not recommended.

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