Employer Criminal Background Check
Many people report that it is difficult to get their life back on track once they leave jail or prison. There seems to be a stigma against those who have paid their debt to society by serving their time. It is asserted that it is not fair that they have a difficult time finding employment. […]
Self-Defense vs. Assault
In Utah, you are allowed to protect yourself and your family by physical means. However, the difference between assaults may not always be as transparent as simply saying, “it was in self-defense.” Regardless of how justifiable your actions may seem, police can impose an assault charge based on their discretion. It comes down to what the law […]
Why do Innocent People Plead Guilty?
The idea behind our criminal justice system is truly something we as a society should value. The person who committed a crime is found guilty through a jury of their peers. After which that person is punished to rehabilitate them to be later included back in society. The assumption here is that only the truly […]
Have you Been Charged with Probation or Parole Violations?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It may be helpful to some to explain the basic difference between probation and parole. Essentially they are the same thing, with the largest difference being when they occur. Probation is usually put in place before and en lieu of jail time. In contrast, parole is time reduced from your jail or prison sentence, typically […]
Weapon Crimes in Utah: A Quick 101
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When it comes to breaking the law, adding a weapon into the equation usually escalates the situation. In general, residents of Utah enjoy a good reputation for responsible gun ownership. This is enforced by strict gun and weapon laws that dictate what’s allowed, and the punishments if these rules are broken. Whenever someone is charged […]
Understanding Sexual Solicitation Crime
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We live in a day and age where a lot of sex trafficking or prostitution begins online. If you walk down certain neighborhoods at certain times, you are likely to see a street worker offering sex. However, most interactions start online and then progress to an in-person meeting. When two people agree to exchange sexual […]
Petty Theft vs. Grand Theft vs. Shoplifting
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Most people dismiss petty theft and shoplifting because they believe they are petty crimes because, by definition, it means to take something with a relatively small value. But, these crimes still have very significant consequences. Petty theft Petty theft is the criminal act of taking something that’s valued is equal to or less than a […]
A Look at Prescription Drug Charges in Utah
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Utah has a culture that is unique from other states. From the perspective of outsiders, we live clean, healthy, and overall sober lifestyles. This is perhaps due to more than any other reason for many religious residents who live in Davis, Salt Lake, and Utah County. It is rare to have many such people living […]
What is considered reckless driving?
December has already brought Northern Utah a few intense snowstorms. As is unfortunately typical, we saw a massive increase in traffic accidents during the first storm. On December 2, 2018, Utah Highway Patrol reported over 200 collisions in Utah, 70 of which occurred on I-15 alone. We wanted to write a brief article for a […]
If I get a DUI in Utah do I lose my license?
The short answer is yes; in almost every case, if you receive a DUI charge in Utah, you will lose your license. Nearly every state in the Nation participates in what is called the administrative license suspension laws. Under these laws, there are two ways that you can have your license confiscated and suspended. By refusing to take […]