December 31, 2019

What IS a Plea In Abeyance in Utah?

  A Plea in Abeyance (or PIA) is an agreement between the defendant and the prosecutor in a criminal case. It involves the defendant and prosecutor […]
January 23, 2014

Orlando Police Officer Arrested for DUI; Becomes Belligerent

An off duty Orlando Police Officer, Sean Gilhuly, was arrested Sunday for DUI and Criminal Mischief. A witness called 911 when a white Ford Explorer sat […]
July 19, 2013

Poor Presidential Advice: Man Takes Joe Biden’s Advice – Ends Up with Weapons Charge

What Doesn’t Work: Taking legal advice from Vice President Joe Biden: “If there’s ever a problem, just walk out on the balcony here…walk out and put […]
November 16, 2011

Busting Bubba & Knowing When to Plead No Contest | Criminal Defense Attorney Tip of the Week

What Doesn’t Work: Making a citizen’s arrest on your cellmate, Bubba, to show the police that you are really on their side. What Works:  Knowing when you […]
September 6, 2011

Canadian Gang Signs & A Helpful Phrase | Utah Criminal Defense Attorney Tip of the Week

What Doesn’t Work: Faking temporary deafness so you don’t have to answer police questions. If you start busting out pretend sign language, the officer is more […]