Provo Criminal Defense Lawyer - Utah County
Criminal cases in Provo, Utah can be handled through two different systems, depending on the level of the offense.The Provo City Justice Court has jurisdiction over infractions, class C misdemeanors, and class C misdemeanors. Prosecutions in the Provo City Justice Court are typically handled by the Provo City Prosecutor. Although city prosecutors may handle cases up to the class A misdemeanor level, class A charges must be filed in the district court.
The Provo District Court (part of the Utah Fourth District) has general jurisdiction over all criminal charges, ranging from infractions to capital felonies. Felony prosecutions and some misdemeanor prosecutions in the district court are handled by prosecutors from the Utah County Attorney's office.
If you are facing criminal prosecution in Provo or elsewhere in Utah, an experienced criminal defense attorney can make all the difference. Stephen Howard has successfully defended thousands of criminal cases during his career. His track record includes dismissals and not guilty verdicts on charges ranging from DUI to aggravated robbery. His skills as a trial attorney and negotiator have secured misdemeanor resolutions for clients facing charges as serious as homicide and aggravated burglary. With offices centrally located in Salt Lake City, Stephen Howard is pleased to serve clients throughout Utah.
Contact us today to schedule an initial consultation with Utah criminal defense attorney Stephen Howard.
Provo City Justice Court Information
310 West Center Street
Provo, Utah 84601
Phone: 801-85-COURT (852-6878)
Fax: 801-494-1091
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Provo City Attorney / Prosecutor Information
315 West Center StreetP.O. Box 1849
Provo, Utah 84601
Phone: 801-852-6140
Fax: 801-852-6150
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Utah County Attorney Contact Information
100 East Center Street, Suite 200Provo, Utah 84606
Phone: 801-851-8026
Fax: 801-851-8051
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Provo District Court Contact Information
125 North 100 WestProvo, Utah 84601
Main Phone: 801-429-1000
Fax: 801-429-1033
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Not Guilty - Client was charged with aggravated assault for allegedly pointing handgun at and threatening another driver during a road rage incident. Defense investigation and analysis, combined with effective cross-examination at trial indicated the alleged victim was the initial aggressor and suported client's self-defense claim. Jury acquitted client at trial.
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.
Felony Reduced - Client with prior felony conviction was granted a 402 reduction to the misdemeanor level over the objection of the prosecutor. Based on information provided to the court in support of the defense motion, the judge ruled in favor of the defense.
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charged with aggravated robbery and facing life in prison. Full case analysis and consultation with client allowed the development of a strong defense strategy. Effective cross-examination of the alleged victim at the preliminary hearing resulted in an outright dismissal of all charges by the judge.
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Serving Salt Lake, Davis, Weber, Utah, Cache, Tooele, Summit, Box Elder, and Wasatch Counties, and all of Utah.
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.
Stephen W. Howard, PC
Serving Salt Lake, Davis, Weber, Utah, Cache, Tooele, Summit, Box Elder, and Wasatch Counties, and all of Utah.
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.
Stephen W. Howard, PC
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