Category: Criminal Defense
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Constructive Possession in Utah Drug Cases
Utah laws on constructive possession can apply to cases of possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, and other criminal charges. Under Utah criminal law, constructive possession provides a way for a prosecutor…
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Defending Mayhem Charges in Utah
“Mayhem” is a less-common charge under Utah criminal law. But a conviction for mayhem can result in up to 15 years in prison and fines and surcharges of almost $20,000. Elements of a Mayhem Charge in Utah Under…
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Defending Aggravated Robbery Charges
Elements of Aggravated Robbery in Utah Under Utah’s criminal laws, an aggravated robbery charge consists of all of the elements of an ordinary robbery combined with at least one aggravating factor. An ordinary robbery charge becomes an aggravated…
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Dropping Criminal Charges After Filing
Can a victim drop criminal charges after they are filed? Prosecuting attorneys file criminal charges in Utah courts. Individual victims or police officers may initiate criminal case processes, only the government’s attorney can choose to file or dismiss…
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Expunging a Dismissed Case in Utah
How soon can a dismissed case be expunged in Utah? The length of time necessary to be eligible for expungement of a dismissed case in Utah will depend on the circumstances under which the case was dismissed. For…
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Three Strikes Laws in Utah
Does Utah have a “three strikes” rule? Some states have notoriously harsh three-strikes laws. While not formally referred to as “three-strikes” law, the Utah criminal code does have provisions that can substantially increase the penalties for a third…