EVERYONE DESERVES A SECOND CHANCE


SALT LAKE CITY CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEYS

EVERYONE DESERVES A SECOND CHANCE


SALT LAKE CITY CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEYS

SEXUAL SOLICITATION LAWYERS IN UTAH

A Determined Fight Against Your Solicitation Charges

Allegations of sexual solicitation have numerous consequences beyond criminal fines and penalties. These types of accusations can also be devastating to your reputation as well as your family and professional life. Most disturbingly, the broad language of Utah’s statute makes it shockingly easy to be implicated for this crime. If you have been charged with solicitation, you have a great deal at stake. But an attorney from Intermountain Legal can help you minimize these damaging charges by fully investigating the circumstances, identifying weaknesses in the prosecution’s case and aggressively seeking dismissal of the charges.

Sexual Solicitation Under Utah Law

The charge of sexual solicitation generally applies when a person is caught patronizing a prostitute, although the language of the statute is much broader. In fact, in relation to the crime of sexual solicitation, the Utah Criminal Code states that a person’s intent to solicit another for sexual activity can be inferred from the totality of the circumstances. For one facing solicitation charges, this is dangerous language because it allows the prosecution to draw upon inferences in making its case. Such inferences can be based upon the reputation of the neighborhood or establishment where the arrest took place, items discovered in the possession of or close proximity to the defendant and other surrounding circumstances. The fact that the prosecution has this advantage makes seeking the counsel of a Utah sexual solicitation lawyer especially crucial.

Fighting Solicitation Charges

There are several tools sexual solicitation attorneys use to fight these charges on behalf of their clients. While the statute allows a judge or jury to infer intent under some circumstances, a defendant nevertheless has the opportunity to explain or rebut these inferences. A skilled attorney can identify the surrounding circumstances that tend to weigh against a client and directly and convincingly explain and discount them.

If an arrest was the result of a planned undercover operation, it may raise constitutional and evidentiary issues that can benefit the defendant’s case. Under these circumstances, effective prostitution attorneys in Utah must closely examine police conduct and procedure to determine if their clients’ rights were violated. Evidence obtained in violation of the state or federal constitution or that does not conform to the court’s evidentiary rules may be excluded from trial. In many instances, excluding damaging evidence is key to weakening the prosecution’s case and forcing an eventual plea bargain or dismissal. The experienced attorneys at Intermountain Legal know how to protect your rights and reputation.

Call The Firm For a Free Consultation Regarding Solicitation Charges

Whether you made a mistake or were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time, Intermountain Legal can be a strong advocate. We know the law and we know the process. Call our office today at 801-970-2800 or contact us online to begin taking control of your legal troubles.

Our Other Services

Intermountain Legal is located in Salt Lake City, UT and serves clients throughout all of Northern and Central Utah including Salt Lake City, Midvale, Sandy, West Jordan, North Salt Lake, Bountiful, South Jordan, Clearfield, Woods Cross, Draper, Farmington, Centerville, Layton, Ogden, Lehi, Provo, Orem, Park City and the counties of Davis, Salt Lake, Weber, Utah, Tooele and Summit.


START BUILDING YOUR WINNING CASE TODAY

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

STEVEN K. BURTON

As a former prosecutor Steven gained an intimate knowledge of various Domestic Violence Courts, DUI courts and other criminal court programs and procedures. He has spent over 3,500 hours in court and has argued more cases than most attorneys do in a lifetime. For more on Steve's experience, click here.

JACKIE REIDELBERGER

Jackie is a skilled trial attorney and negotiator who specializes in criminal defense. Her work ethic and genuine concern for her clients has given her a reputation for outworking and out-preparing opposing attorneys so she can negotiate from a position of strength and fight the cases that need to be fought. Because she cares about her clients, she considers each client’s specific needs and concerns in order to reach the best possible outcome in their case. For more on Jackie's experience click here.

MARK LAROCCO

Mark is skilled at dealing with all aspects of family law, including helping clients obtain modifications, enforce court orders, and achieve fair custody and support awards. Going through a painful divorce or a custody battle can be one of the most difficult times in someone’s life, and Mark is there to help every step of the way. For more on Mark's experience, click here.

JUSTIN PRATT

Attorney Justin S. Pratt handles all types of criminal cases, with an emphasis on DUI-related charges. He believes that someone who is charged with a crime deserves the specialized attention of an attorney who will protect his client's rights by taking the time to examine constitutional issues, important factual circumstances, and any other crucial factors that may be relevant to the case. For more on Justin's experience, click here.

HAYLI DICKEY

Hayli is a skilled attorney who specializes exclusively in family law. She is known as a “spitfire” attorney but with a personable personality. Because of her excellent reputation and track record of success in Utah courts, she was heavily recruited by multiple law firms. She joined Intermountain Legal because of the firm’s dedication to giving personal attention to each client and to providing excellent legal representation in every case. For more on Hayli's experience click here.

STEVEN K. BURTON

As a former prosecutor Steven gained an intimate knowledge of various Domestic Violence Courts, DUI courts and other criminal court programs and procedures. He has spent over 3,500 hours in court and has argued more cases than most attorneys do in a lifetime. For more on Steve's experience, click here.

 
JUSTIN PRATT

Attorney Justin S. Pratt handles all types of criminal cases, with an emphasis on DUI-related charges. He believes that someone who is charged with a crime deserves the specialized attention of an attorney who will protect his client's rights by taking the time to examine constitutional issues, important factual circumstances, and any other crucial factors that may be relevant to the case. For more on Justin's experience, click here.

 
MARK LAROCCO

Mark is skilled at dealing with all aspects of family law, including helping clients obtain modifications, enforce court orders, and achieve fair custody and support awards. Going through a painful divorce or a custody battle can be one of the most difficult times in someone’s life, and Mark is there to help every step of the way. For more on Mark's experience, click here.

 
JACKIE REIDELBERGER

Jackie is a skilled trial attorney and negotiator who specializes in criminal defense. Her work ethic and genuine concern for her clients has given her a reputation for outworking and out-preparing opposing attorneys so she can negotiate from a position of strength and fight the cases that need to be fought. Because she cares about her clients, she considers each client’s specific needs and concerns in order to reach the best possible outcome in their case. For more on Jackie's experience click here.

 
HAYLI DICKEY

Hayli is a skilled attorney who specializes exclusively in family law. She is known as a “spitfire” attorney but with a personable personality. Because of her excellent reputation and track record of success in Utah courts, she was heavily recruited by multiple law firms. She joined Intermountain Legal because of the firm’s dedication to giving personal attention to each client and to providing excellent legal representation in every case. For more on Hayli's experience click here.