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Utah Criminal Defense Attorney: Kelly Ann Booth—I can help you.
In Utah, criminal defense can be difficult because of the state's conservative roots. When you go to court, you need a strong, committed attorney to protect your rights. Don't get railroaded.
I want to defend you. I want you to be free. I want you to win.
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Were you arrested for DUI?
In Utah, DUI is a serious offense. On a first conviction, a court can sentence you to 6 months in jail and a $1850 fine.
Don't let either happen to you.
We'll keep you out of jail, minimize any fine, and help you keep your license.
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Business deal gone bad?
When people lose money in an investment, they look for someone to blame. Whether accused by the government or by an individual, so-called White Collar Crime allegations can devastate a lifetime of work.
Act now. We'll prevent bad luck from turning into jail time.
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Accused of Domestic Violence?
Is your spouse using domestic violence charges to influence a divorce, child custody, child support, or alimony proceeding? Don't be manipulated. A single domestic violence conviction leads to a lifetime of consequences.
Don't get labeled as an abuser. We'll fight back and win.
Domestic Violence Defense - Click HERE
Pro se: where angels
fear to tread
There's an old saying: "An attorney that represents himself has a fool for a client." Still, you may choose to go "pro se." If you represent yourself in court, prepare to think and communicate like an attorney. While that's easier said than done, below are few resources to help you win.
For legal research try:
- Start with: How to Read a Legal Opinion by Orin Kerr, a George Washington University law professor. It's for first year law students but is helps anyone new to the law.
- Next, go to Google Scholar where there are plenty of Utah cases online and free.
- The
Utah
State Law Library Research Resources;
- and its blog.
- Utah Code.
- For federal law, try Cornell Law School's Legal Information Institute.
Books to read:
Winning at Trial
by D. Shane Reed
This is a great book for understanding trials from beginning to end. The author, who works for the U.S. Attorney's Office, discusses techniques to persuade judges and juries in the court room.-
Making
Your Case: The Art of Persuading Judges
by Antonin Scalia & Bryan A. Garner
Successfully defending criminal charges largely depends on what happens before trial. Pretrial motions, like motions to suppress, are decided by judges. This book, co-authored by Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, is invaluable for winning with judges. -
Legal
Writing in Plain English
by Bryan A. Garner
Lawyering is writing. And most people think that in order to defend themselves, they need to sound like a lawyer; not so. Stop using "wherefore" and "shall" and start winning. Great book for all writing.
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While people need attorneys to help them navigate the law, never underestimate the importance of facts. In our last trial, witness credibility was the deciding factor. Read more about it here.