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At the end of the day, jail is almost never the answer. Study after study shows that jail rarely helps prevent future crime. In cases where the judge requires punishment, our clients are rarely sentenced to jail. We have had great success persuading judges to impose community service, fines, or counseling rather than jail. Unfortunately,… Read More »
Domestic violence has at least two kinds of victims — those who are hurt, and those accused of hurting others. The President of the United States declared October 2012 a month to assist victims of these crimes in finding the help and healing they need. As criminal defense lawyers, we assist clients all along the… Read More »
Under the Utah Criminal Code, causing the death of another person while driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs results in a charge of automobile homicide. Needless to say, it is a serious felony charge that carries the potential for years of prison time — but as is the case with any DUI charge,… Read More »
When you are charged with a DUI in Utah, you may be inclined to plead guilty to avoid legal fees, resolve the matter as soon as possible, and do the right thing. Unfortunately, your desire may end up backfiring on you. Utah courts have a record of leveling severe penalties and fines against even first-time… Read More »
What Doesn’t Work: Trying to save money by forging price tags at the dollar store: “Sir, is this your handwriting?” “Umm…no.” “You know this is the dollar store, right?” What Works: Saving lots of money by not shoplifting…especially at Walmart! If you are caught shoplifting, you can be charged criminally and sued civilly. If you… Read More »
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