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Utah White Collar Crimes Defense Attorney Salt Lake

White collar crimes in Utah typically involve the taking of money or other property through non-violent means, and often involve allegations of fraud, misrepresentation, or misuse of authority. Stephen Howard is a criminal defense lawyer based in Salt Lake City, Utah with significant experience defending white collar crimes and other felony and misdemeanor cases in the Utah criminal courts system. He has the knowledge, skill, and experience necessary to ensure that your rights are protected.  Contact us today to arrange for a confidential consultation and initial case analysis.

Typical Utah white collar crimes include investment/securities fraud, embezzlement, check fraud, communications fraud (including wire fraud or mail fraud), insurance fraud, welfare fraud, forgery, credit card fraud, and identity theft. (This is not an exhaustive list.)

Consequences for White Collar Criminal Convictions in Utah

The severity of many of white collar crimes in Utah will depend on the amount of money or value of property taken, and can range from relatively minor misdemeanor charges to serious felonies carrying the potential of many years in prison. these crimes can be charged  as  depending on the amount of money or the value of the property involved. Other white collar crimes, such as forgery, are automatic felony charges regardless of the value involved.

For white collar crimes in Utah where the level of the offense is based on the value of property involved, the following scale typically applies. Property valued at less than $1,500 will result in misdemeanor level charges. If the property value is at least $1,500 but less than $5,000, a third degree felony charge is appropriate. If property is valued at more than $5,000 then a second degree felony charge can be filed.

Misdemeanor charges in Utah are punishable by 365 days in jail or less. Third degree felony charges have a potential 0-5 year prison term. A second degree felony carries a possible 1-15 year prison term. A white collar criminal conviction could also result in thousands of dollars in fines.

In addition to potential jail prison terms and financial costs, a conviction for a white collar crime may have devastating effects on your reputation and career.

Finding a Utah Criminal Defense Attorney in Salt Lake City
If you are facing prosecution for a white collar crime in Utah, an experienced criminal defense lawyer can make all the difference. Based in Salt Lake City, criminal defense attorney Stephen Howard has defended thousands of serious cases during his career. He works hard to ensure that your rights are protected.

For help with your Utah criminal case, contact us today to schedule an initial consultation with Utah criminal defense lawyer Stephen Howard.


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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

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

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