Forcible Sexual Abuse Utah: Legal Overview Utah law defines forcible sexual abuse under Utah Code Ann. 76-5-404 (2020) as sexual acts committed without consent, involving touching or indecent liberties with another person over the age of 14. These charges carry severe penalties, including mandatory prison sentences and lifetime consequences. Legal Definition of Forcible Sexual Abuse… Read more »
Statutory Rape is a term applied to consensual sexual relations that is illegal only because of the participants’ ages. Example: An 18 year old high-schooler has sex with his 14 year old girlfriend. Even though the sexual relation was consensual, it is illegal because the boyfriend is 18 years or older and his girlfriend is… Read more »
Moab DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney – Jake Gunter (801) 373-6345 Specializing in Out-of-State Clients Charged with DUIs and Drug Offenses Are you an out-of-state visitor charged with a DUI in Moab, Utah? Jake Gunter, a seasoned Utah criminal defense attorney, specializes in helping clients manage DUI and drug charges remotely. With flexible options like… Read more »
THE UTAH DUI PROCESS IN A NUTSHELL This is what you can expect when you receive a DUI or driving under the influence-type of offense in Utah: Incident: You must go over the facts of the incident with your attorney. There could be evidence or witnesses that may need to be contacted. You may… Read more »
Can I get my Utah DUI conviction reduced or expunged? How long does it take? What are the costs? Here are the basics of expunging your Utah DUI conviction: DUI EXPUNGMENT WAITING PERIOD. 10 Years. You have to wait 10 years from the date your case is successfully closed to apply for an eligibility certificate… Read more »
UTAH COUNTY CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNE – JAKE GUNTER. CALL/TXT 801 373-6345. FREE CONSULTATION. FLEX PAYMENT PLANS. Utah County local law enforcement agencies participate in DEA Metro Narcotics Task Force and the Utah County Major Crimes Task Force. Common Utah County Drug Charges Meth. Meth convictions while operating a motor vehicle will suspend your driver’s license… Read more »
Automobile Vehicular criminal defense lawyer Jake Gunter has been defending people accused of crimes for nearly 20 years. Based in Utah County, Jake has represented people across the Wasatch Front, Millard Counties, Moab, Juab Counties and court-martials. His entire career has been in the courtroom. He doesn’t draft wills, represent businesses or divorces. Just criminal… Read more »
Understanding Domestic Violence in the Presence of Children in Utah In Utah, domestic violence in the presence of a child occurs when someone commits a domestic violence-related crime in front of children. This could range from physical assault to electronic harassment, provided the children are present or can hear or see the act. How Does… Read more »
Consensual Sexual Relations with 16 or 17-Year Old. Class A and 3rd Degree Felony. Consent is not a defense to having sexual relations with a minor child aged 16-17 years-old if you are at least 7 years or older than them. Sexual relations with a 16- or 17-year-old is defined in to be: (i) has… Read more »
Utah Sex Crimes Defense Attorney – Jake Gunter Call or Text: (801) 373-6345 Facing sex crime charges in Utah? Having a knowledgeable defense attorney like Jake Gunter is essential. Utah laws are strict, especially about unlawful sexual activity with minors aged 14 to 15. Even consensual, non-forceful relationships between adults (over 18) and minors are… Read more »
