Spanish Fork, Utah County Defense Lawyer—Experience Matters. Utah County Criminal Defense Attorney Jake Gunter has been practicing law for nearly 20 years. His entire legal practice is devoted to courtroom trial work. When the stakes are high, actual jury trial experience matters. Hiring an attorney who has been in a courtroom over 1,000+ times gives… Read more »
The Utah Legislature convened in 2021 for its usual short 45 day session. It passed 502 bills through both the senate and house. Only some of which are signed into law by the Utah governor Spencer James Cox. When Does a Utah Legislative Bill Become Effective? A bill enacted by the Legislature is effective 60… Read more »
Utah criminal defense attorney Jake Gunter and the law firm of Howard Lewis & Petersen, PC, has been serving criminal defense clients in Price and Carbon Counties since 1950. Common Price Drug Charges and Carbon County (1). Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. See Utah Code Ann 58-37a-1. Illegal drug paraphernalia possession carries mandatory 120-day driver’s license… Read more »
What Utah Driving Offenses Require Installing an Interlock Device: “Interlock restricted driver” can mean the following: (A) Your Probation or Parole Agent Orders Installation. The defendant has been ordered by a court or the Board of Pardons and Parole as a condition of probation or parole not to operate a motor vehicle without an ignition… Read more »
In Utah, the nominating commission plays a vital role in filling justice court vacancies across Juab, Utah, Millard, and Wasatch counties. This commission evaluates candidates and recommends individuals to serve as judges in the justice court system. By understanding this process, citizens can appreciate how it impacts our judicial system and access to justice. Recently,… Read more »
Utah Traffic Ticket Defense Attorney Jake Gunter (801) 373-6345. So you got a Utah speeding ticket, and you’re trying to get the severity of that citation or infraction reduced with the city. You might be wondering what your next step should be, or what could happen if you go to a bench trial. Consequences of… Read more »
What is Aggravated Assault v. Simple Assault & Battery in Utah? Yes, in the law you will find there are different kinds of assault, which include simple and aggravated assault in Utah. When you find yourself in a situation that makes you wonder what kind of assault charges could be brought against you,… Read more »
Defending Against Aggravated Assault Charges in Utah Facing aggravated assault charges in Utah is a serious matter that can result in severe penalties, including lengthy prison sentences. If you’re accused of assault, it’s crucial to understand your rights and the laws surrounding your case. Hiring an experienced criminal defense attorney can make all the difference… Read more »
When you have been convicted of a Utah crime, certain convictions are eligible for a Rule 402 reduction in grade or severity. Example 1. One-Step Reduction Years Later. You were convicted in the Provo Justice Court of a Class B Misdemeanor Possession of a Controlled Substance—Marijuana. You have prior offenses, so you are not eligible… Read more »
Alcohol Ticket Defense Attorney Jake Gunter Call/TXT (801) 373-6345. You can not sell, offer or furnish alcohol to a minor in Utah. It is a Class B Misdemeanor if you accidentally, or negligently offer, sell or furnish alcohol to a minor. It is a Class A Misdemeanor if you intentionally sell, offer or furnish alcohol… Read more »
