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Salt Lake City Criminal Defense Lawyer - Aggravated Assault

An aggravated assault charge in Salt Lake City can result in prison time, thousands of dollars in fines, and leave you labeled as a convicted felon. As an experienced criminal defense lawyer in Salt Lake City, Stephen Howard has the knowledge, skill, and determination to help you get the results you need.

Many attorneys claim to "fight hard" and be "aggressive." But if you are facing aggravated assault or other serious criminal charges in Salt Lake City, you need more than a sales pitch. You deserve straight talk from an experienced attorney with a record of achieving real results. Stephen Howard has achieved not guilty verdicts or dismissals on charges including aggravated assault, aggravated robbery, burglary, domestic violence, and many more. Contact us to see how he can help you.

How An Experienced Salt Lake Criminal Lawyer Can Help

An experienced criminal lawyer can improve your chances of staying out of jail or prison.
A criminal lawyer with a record of success can assess, investigate, and prepare your case to give you the best chance of a not guilty verdict at trial.
Your lawyer can help you explore other possible options for resolving your case, including a plea in abeyance, diversion program, reduced charges, or probation.
If you decide to resolve your case rather than take it to trial, an attorney with extensive negotiating experience can help you get the best possible offer from a prosecutor.
A good criminal lawyer may be able identify defenses you may not be aware of.
Your lawyer can make sure that your constitutional rights are protect.
Early intervention by your attorney can sometimes prevent charges from being filed.
If charges are filed, your lawyer may be able to avoid having a warrant issued for your arrest by arranging for a summons or surrender.
If you are facing a sentencing hearing, a good attorney can help you prepare by taking steps that will put you in the best position to get probation rather than jail or prison time.

Consequences of a Salt Lake City Aggravated Assault Conviction

A simple assault charge becomes aggravated assault when a weapon is involved or serious injuries are caused. Aggravated assault charges in Utah can be filed as second or third degree felonies. At the second degree level, a conviction can mean up to 15 years in prison and/or $19,000 in fines (including surcharge).

A conviction for aggravated assault in Salt Lake City will also leave you labeled as a convicted felon. Even if you are able to avoid jail or prison time, a felony conviction for aggravated assault can affect your ability to get a job or rent an apartment or home, your right to carry a firearm or other weapon, and much more.

Possible Defenses to an Aggravated Assault Case

Self defense
Lack of evidence
State or Federal constitutional violations
Jurisdictional problems
Mistaken identity
Witness credibility
Others

If you are facing aggravated assault charges or other crimes in Salt Lake City, you deserve an experienced criminal lawyer who can make the most of possible defense in your case and help you get the best possible results for your case.

Contact an experienced Utah criminal defense lawyer now to schedule a free consultation.

Selected Victories
Dismissed - Charges of insurance fraud were brought when investigators found reason to believe that client's claim of injury was fraudulent. Client was seen kicking a soccer ball, and investigators concluded that the injury claim was false. By obtaining medical records and other administrative records, and by pointing out to the prosecutor that the alleged injury interferred with the client's ability to lift - not his ability to kick a ball - the prosecutor agreed to dismiss the case.
Dismissed on Appeal - DUI case was dismissed after a successful appeal where the Utah Court of Appeals reversed the trial court's denial of the defense motion to suppress. Without the suppressed evidence, the prosecutor acknowledged that they did not have sufficient evidence to proceed to trial and the case was dismissed.
Expunged - Client with prior conviction for violent felony was ineligible for expungement through the courts. A successful 2-step reduction restored expungement eligibility and ultimately led to the court's decision to grant the requested expungement.
Probation - Client charged with aggravated robbery based on allegations he entered a store with a gun and mask and demanded cash. Client confessed to police before hiring a defense attorney. Defense mitigation efforts resulted in a negotiated resolution that removed life in prison as a possibility, and secured a probation sentence from the court.

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Utah Criminal Defense Attorney - Reasons to Hope

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Attorney Stephen Howard practices as part of the Canyons Law Group, LLC and Stephen W. Howard, PC.

Offices in Salt Lake and Davis Counties
560 South 300 East, Suite 200, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
952 S. Main St., Suite A, Layton, UT 84041

Call now to arrange for a confidential initial consultation with an experienced and effective Utah criminal defense lawyer.

In Salt Lake City, call 801-449-1409.
In Davis County, call 801-923-4345.

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