Category: Violent Crime
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Weapons Charges in Utah – Criminal Defense
Utah criminal charges involving the use or possession of a dangerous weapon are serious. Prosecutors often pursue such charges aggressively, and the penalties can be severe. If you are charged with a crime involving possession or use of…
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Defending Aggravated Assault Charges in Utah
A Utah aggravated assault conviction can leave you labeled as a convicted felon with penalties that can include substantial jail or prison time. If you are facing prosecution for aggravated assault in Utah, hiring the right attorney is…
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Use of Force in Defense of Home
Using force to defend your home can form the foundation of an affirmative defense under Utah criminal Utah law. But your right to defend your home is not identical to your right to defend yourself. Understanding the differences…
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Possession of a Weapon with Intent to Assault
Criminal charges can be filed even if no assault is committed. Simply possessing a dangerous weapon “with the intent to unlawfully assault another” can result in a year in jail and thousands of dollars in fines, even if…