What is Included in the Burden of Proof in Criminal Cases?

In a criminal case in Utah, the prosecution bears the burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused person is guilty of the crime with which he or she is charged. This is a higher burden of proof than the plaintiff in a civil case bears, which is decided based merely on a preponderance of the evidence. In… Continue reading What is Included in the Burden of Proof in Criminal Cases?

Before You Plead Guilty In Utah – Know The Facts!

Topics covered in this blog: What Happens After Pleading Guilty in Utah? What Happens Before Pleading Guilty in Utah? Top Criminal Defense Lawyer in Utah…Facing criminal charges can seem overwhelming. Adding to the anxiety is the belief many people have that the criminal justice system is so unfair that they can’t win in court. So,… Continue reading Before You Plead Guilty In Utah – Know The Facts!

Halloween Sex Offender Laws in Utah

For children, Halloween is about the fun of putting on their costumes, running from door to door, and filling their buckets with candy. For parents, it’s about being diligent in protecting their children from strangers and unwrapped treats and their homes from pranksters. Parents accompany younger children trick-or-treating and inspect the candy before indulging their… Continue reading Halloween Sex Offender Laws in Utah

5 Defenses for Domestic Violence Accusations in Utah

Across the U.S., couples have been spending so much time together and finances are tighter during COVID-19. The pandemic has been associated with a rise in domestic violence statistics. Domestic violence has, of course, long been a serious national problem. An associated problem is the large percentage of false allegations of domestic violence. Various factors sometimes lead to… Continue reading 5 Defenses for Domestic Violence Accusations in Utah

Conviction and Registration as a Kidnap Offender in Utah

The state of Utah has stringent laws regarding the kidnapping of a child or adult and harsh punishments for people convicted of this crime. In addition to those severe penalties, a person found guilty of kidnapping is required to be registered on the Utah Sex and Kidnap Offender Registry.  If you are facing potential kidnapping… Continue reading Conviction and Registration as a Kidnap Offender in Utah

4 Principles of Criminal Responsibility

You can probably name many types of crime, from petty theft to first-degree murder. You probably know that less serious offenses are classed as misdemeanors, and more extreme illegal acts are felony crimes. You may know a lot of other facts about crimes — but, do you know what makes an act a crime? In Utah Code 76-2-1-101,… Continue reading 4 Principles of Criminal Responsibility