Criminal Defense

Is it Illegal to Record a Conversation in Utah?

We often get asked if it is okay to record a conversation in Utah. The answer is more complicated that…

5 years ago

Can I be forced to testify against my spouse?

Often people call us and ask the following: can I be forced to testify against my spouse?Normally, if you do…

6 years ago

Illegally Seized Evidence May Still Be Admissible

The US Supreme Court rules that evidence seized during an illegal stop is still admissible if there was a prior…

6 years ago

Midwife Jailed. Licensing is National Trend.

By Greg Smith posted in Criminal Defense on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 For centuries, it was noble to be a…

7 years ago

Should I just pay the traffic ticket?

By Greg Smith posted in Criminal Defense on Friday, August 11, 2017 Most people who get their first speeding ticket…

7 years ago

Should You Represent Yourself On A Criminal Matter?

https://youtu.be/W_8Hbqdsw1EBy Greg Smith posted in Criminal Defense on Friday, June 17, 2016"Watch and listen whether it's a good idea to…

8 years ago

Are Most Cops Honest, and Can They Legally Lie?

By Greg Smith posted in Criminal Defense on Thursday, March 17, 2016 I often get asked the question: "Are most…

8 years ago

Criminal Intent – The Necessary Mental State Known As MENS REA

In Utah, jurors cannot assume that just because you did something, you did it with criminal intent. In other words,…

8 years ago

Thank God for Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt!

Could you imagine if the Judge instructed your jury that they could merely flip a coin to determine whether you…

8 years ago

What Happens When a Person is Accused of a Felony?

We are constantly being asked about the criminal process. So, this blog will briefly review what happens when a person…

9 years ago