Not Every Person Charged is Guilty
Violent crimes prosecutions are taken seriously by Utah judges and prosecutors. Yet it is important to remember that not every person charged with a crime is guilty. There are also mitigating circumstances that should be considered in every case.
When compared with drug crimes, property crimes, or financial crimes, many judges and prosecutors consider individuals charged with violent crime to pose the greatest risk to members of the community.
The best defense attorneys challenge the status quo through ethical advocacy both in and out of the courtroom.
If you facing prosecution involving allegations of violence, you need an experienced criminal defense lawyer on your side.
Contact us today for an initial consultation.
Penalties for Violent Crime in Utah
The penalty associated with a violent crime conviction often depends on whether or not a weapon was involved and what injuries were caused. For example, an assault charge involving no injury and no weapon begins at the class B misdemeanor level (punishable by up to 180 days in jail and $1,900 in fines and surcharge).
The best attorneys understand that the effects of a criminal charge extend beyond the courtroom.
If a weapon is used or threatened during the assault, the offense becomes an aggravated assault, a third degree felony (punishable by up to five years in jail and $9,500 in fines and surcharge). If a serious injury is caused during the assault, the offense becomes a second degree felony (punishable by up to 15 years in prison and $19,000 in fines and surcharge). Many homicide charges are punishable by life in prison, or even potential capital punishment.
Finding the Right Utah Criminal Defense Team
When you are facing prosecution for a violent crime in Utah, an experienced criminal defense attorney can make all the difference.
Contact us today to schedule an initial consultation, and see what the right criminal defense team can do for you.
A successful defense strategy starts with an understanding of your goals and needs.
