Utah’s Criminal Entrapment Defense Utah’s constitution lacks specific entrapment protections, but Utah Code 76-2-303 provides essential statutory safeguards. The federal constitution does not mention the word “entrapment” in its protective language. Purpose of Utah’s Statute The primary aim of entrapment protections is to prevent law enforcement misconduct and government overreach in police activities. These protections… Read more »
No. And No. Emphatically You Should Not Do a Police Interview Without an Attorney Present. As a general rule, you should not give a police interview without a Utah criminal defense attorney present. You should exercise your Utah and Federal Constitutional rights to counsel and to remain silent. 99 percent of people interviewed by police… Read more »
RESISTING AN ARRESTING POLICE OFFICER IN UTAH—What does it mean? Have you been charged with resisting a police officer in Utah? Was your conduct truly resisting arrest or something that could be seen as resistance? Hiring a qualified, experienced Utah criminal defense attorney can show the prosecutor that you were in the right. Read the… Read more »
Check for Utah Warrants – Utah Criminal Defense Attorney Jake Gunter Call or Text: (801) 373-6345 If you think you may have a warrant in Utah, it’s essential to address it promptly. The first step is to check online at Utah Courts or contact the court directly to verify any outstanding warrants. You’ll find contact… Read more »
Do I Have to Talk to the Police? Essential Tips for Utah Residents Are you wondering whether you’re legally obligated to speak with the police in Utah? This guide provides a complete overview of your rights and the recommended actions during police interactions. Attorney Jake Gunter can offer expert guidance on your specific situation. Call… Read more »
Bench Warrants and Failures to Appears. What Should I do? Has a warrant been issued for your arrest in your Provo Orem criminal case? Has a noncompliance hold been placed on you from the Provo AP&P agent? Did you accidentally fail to appear at a regularly scheduled court hearing in your Provo Orem Justice Court… Read more »
