Utah’s reported crime data consistently show that property offenses account for far more reported crime than violent offenses. Theft-related conduct, including larceny/theft and shoplifting, is a major property-crime category. Utah residents may also face criminal allegations involving drug offenses, property damage, assault, fraud, burglary, sex offenses, threats, and impersonation.

In Utah, the sex offender registry also includes kidnapping offenders. Utah’s registry is called the Utah Sex Offender & Kidnap Offender Registry.‍The laws surrounding the registry are long and detailed. We have compiled eight common questions about the Utah sex offender registry in Utah and explained the basics of each one.For full details surrounding the laws and the registry, you can visit the Utah Department of Corrections and the Utah State Legislature websites.‍

Our lawyers have a proven track record of defending cases of lewdness, sexual battery, voyerism, revenge porn, rape, cyberstalking, and more. For a more complete list and breakdown of potential allegations, visit the sex crimes page. 

Sexually motivated crimes carry serious penalties—not the least of which could be a lifetime dealing with the strict rules of the sex offender registry. With so much on the line, it’s important to know the laws in Utah around sex crimes. Here are four things you should know about sex crimes in Utah.

The penalties you may face for starting a wildfire in Utah depend on the circumstances surrounding the incident. If it was an accident, your punishment may not be as severe as it would if you started the wildfire on purpose. However, you can still face serious criminal penalties. Fortunately, if you have a good lawyer, you may be able to mitigate some of the harshest consequences.

Yes, in the state of Utah, an arson charge means that you used fire or explosives with the intent of damaging someone else’s property. However, if you start a fire and your goal wasn’t to cause damage, you may be charged with other fire-related crimes that don’t require intent. A good lawyer will review your case and help determine the right defense for you.

Violent crimes charges, such as assault, can carry heavy consequences, especially in Utah. Prosecutors and law enforcement tend to put a lot of effort into assault cases. This means you need someone in your corner who is skilled at fighting back. That’s where the attorneys at Brown, Bradshaw, and Moffat come in.

While many of the states surrounding Utah have legalized or even decriminalized marijuana, Utah still prosecutes those who are caught with even small amounts of marijuana. If you have been arrested for any marijuana offense in Utah, minor or severe, you can reach out to the experienced criminal defense lawyers at Brown, Bradshaw, and Moffat in Salt Lake City, Utah, and we will fight to defend your rights.

If you have been sentenced to a prison term, the best thing to do is make the most of whatever time you serve—even if you plan to file an appeal. Focusing on what you can control and working to improve your circumstance will help you stay hopeful and resilient. While we acknowledge the flaws in the prison system and continue to fight for improvements, there are still positive opportunities for those serving time in Utah’s prisons. According to the Utah Department of Corrections website, 95% of those who leave the prison system lead successful, crime-free lives after they are released.