Provo Criminal Defense Blog
Utah Criminal Law Blog — Page 24
Plain-English answers from Utah criminal defense attorney Jake Gunter about charges, courts, DUI, expungements, and what happens next.

Speed Contest / Drag Racing
2 TYPES OF SPEED CONTEST CHARGES IN UTAH There are two types of charges in Utah’s speed contest/exhibition on highways statute. (1). The Race Driver . It…
Read article
NO INSURANCE TICKET (More Consequences Than You Think)
Avoid the No Insurance Ticket. Avoid higher SR 22 insurance and having your license suspended. Call No Insurance Attorney Jake Gunter
Read article
Portable/Preliminary Breath Test. What Is It? Can I Refuse It? Is It Admissable in a Utah Court?
2 Different Types of Breath Tests in Utah. PBT and Chemical Test. Portable/Preliminary Breath Test. Let’s be clear. The portable breath test (“PBT”) is…
Read article
What Is Child Reasonable Discipline Under Utah Law?
Learn about Utah child abuse laws and the reasonable discipline doctrine. Discover how courts determine reasonable discipline! Call Today!
Read article
Emery County Justice Court Attorney Jake Gunter. Call/TXT (801) 373-6345
Charged while traveling through Emery County, Utah? Get reliable legal help from an experienced Emery County criminal defense attorney.!
Read article
All Evidentiary Proofs in Utah Law
Ever wondered what the types of Utah evidentiary burdens are? Here are all of Utah's evidentairy burdens in Utah court cases. (801) 373-6345
Read article
What Is Utah’s Licensing Information System and How to Get Off It?
Having a supported finding of severe child abuse in Utah will get you listed on the Licensing Information System database. The LIS is private and not accessible by the…
Read article
Juab County Reckless Driving Attorney Jake Gunter–Nearly 20 Years’ Experience Trying Juries
Cited for Reckless Driving in the Juab County Justice Court on I-15 near Nephi City? I can tell you in 10 minutes whether you have a defense.
Read article
Can I Expunge Arrest Records Where No Charges Were Filed? Yes!
Most people think that only Utah criminal convictions are expungeable. No. Records of arrest, dismissed cases that were filed, but subsequently dismissed are also…
Read article
Will You Lose Your Driver’s License for Simple Marijuana Possession in Utah
Learn how to prevent a suspended license for simple marijuana possession in Utah. Understand the laws, new changes, and how an attorney helps!
Read article