Site Map

• Home
• About Us
  • Your First Meeting
• Attorney Profiles
  • Lisa B. Lokken
  • Jordan Putnam
  • Mat Snarr
  • Sonja L. Jorgensen
  • Aaron Hart
  • Nathaniel Gallegos
  • Bryce W. Young
  • Karla Urie
• Criminal Defense
  • 402 Reduction
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Crimes
  • DUI
    • Administrative Process
    • Multiple DUI
  • Expungements
  • Hunting & Wildlife Crimes
  • Criminal Defense FAQ
  • Sex Crimes
    • Child Pornography
  • Violent Crimes
• Family Law
  • Asset Division
  • Child Custody
    • Parent Time
  • Child Support
  • Divorce
    • Annulments
    • Military Divorce
  • Fathers' Rights
  • LGBTQ Family Law
  • Mothers' Rights
  • Order Enforcement
  • Paternity
  • Prenuptial Agreement
  • Protective Orders
  • Spousal Support
  • FAQ
• Limited Scope Representation
• Representation for Veterans & Active Servicemembers
• Reviews
• Blog
  • 2025
    • January
      • The Role of Search Warrants in Drug Crime Cases
      • How Drug Schedules Impact Your Case
      • What Counts as Cyber Crime?
      • What Can I Do if My Ex Won't Pay Child Support?
      • When to Hire an Attorney for a Traffic Violation Charge
  • 2024
    • December
      • How Can a DUI Conviction Impact Your Driving Privileges?
      • Holiday Parties and DUI: Defense Strategies for Increased Patrols
    • November
      • Top 10 Questions to Ask a Criminal Defense Lawyer Before Hiring
      • Creating a Holiday Parenting Plan: What You Need to Know
    • October
      • The Role of Evidence Disclosures in Utah's Criminal Procedure
      • How Cold Weather Can Impact Crime Rates and Defense Strategies
      • 5 Tips for Managing Holiday Stress During a Divorce
    • September
      • What Is a Diversion Agreement in Utah?
      • Heat Waves and Criminal Behavior: Understanding the Impact of Extreme Summer Heat
    • August
      • What Happens at the Initial Proceedings in a Criminal Case?
      • Can a Bar Fight End in Assault Charges?
    • July
      • The Implications of the Habitual Violent Offender Classification
      • Can My Grandkids Stay With Me For The Summer?
      • Navigating Child Custody During Summer Vacation: Tips for a Smooth Break
    • June
      • Key Factors in Building a Strong Defense
      • What Does Child Support Cover in Utah?
    • May
      • The Legal Consequences of Violent Crimes
      • How Establishing Paternity Helps Families
    • April
      • Overcoming Legal Challenges of DUI Cases
      • What You Need to Do after a DUI Arrest in Utah
      • What Are My Hunting Rights?
    • March
      • Pushing for Fair Sentencing: The Fight of Defense Lawyers
      • Basics of Child Support Calculations
    • February
      • Understanding the Options and Risks of Misdemeanor Plea Bargains
      • Estate Plan After a Divorce
    • January
      • What Elevates a DUI to a Felony in Utah?
      • 5 Benefits of a Prenuptial Agreements
      • After an Arrest: What Happens Next?
  • 2023
    • December
      • Preventing DUI: Tips for Responsible Drinking
      • Understanding the Legal and Personal Consequences of Substance Abuse in Family Law Cases
    • November
      • Drug Paraphernalia Offenses in Utah: Legal Consequences and Defenses
      • Breaking the Silence on Male Domestic Violence Victims
    • October
      • Right to Legal Representation: Navigating the Attorney Selection Process
      • Reducing Your Debt: Understanding the Benefits of 402 Reduction
      • Sex Offender Registration & Your Future: Understanding the Long-Lasting Consequences
    • September
      • An Overview of the Utah Criminal Code: Understanding Its Structure
    • August
      • Felonies vs. Misdemeanors
      • Searches, Seizures, and Your Fourth Amendment Rights
      • 10 Defenses to a DUI Charge
    • July
      • Breath vs. Blood Test: Which Is Better for Your DUI Defense?
      • What Are Violent Crimes & Why Are They So Serious
      • How Do Expert Witnesses Help Criminal Cases?
    • June
      • Eligibility for Expungement in Utah: Determining Your Options
      • Tax Implications of Divorce in Utah
    • May
      • What to Do If You’re Accused of Theft: Defense Strategies and Tips
      • High-Conflict Divorce Cases
    • April
      • The Consequences of an Underage DUI: What You Need to Know
    • March
      • Exploring Strategies for Defending Against Drug Crime Charges
      • Why Your Miranda Rights Matter
    • February
      • Utah’s Sex Offender Registration Requirements
      • How is Real Property Handled in a Divorce?
    • January
      • Unraveling Utah’s Marijuana Possession Laws: Breaking Down the Legal Consequences of Drug Possession
      • How Do I Start the Divorce Process in Utah?
  • 2022
    • December
      • A Breakdown of Utah's Criminal Charges – What You Need to Know
      • What Month Should I File for Divorce?
      • 6 Reasons Why People Are Scared to Get Divorced
    • November
      • When to Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer
      • What Are The Legal Rights of a Father Not On The Birth Certificate?
      • When Would I Need to Establish Paternity?
    • October
      • What Determines Whether Theft Is a Felony or Misdemeanor?
      • Child Support While Unemployed: What Is Required?
    • September
      • How to Handle False Allegations
      • What You Can Do If Your Ex Isn’t Paying Child Support
    • August
      • What Can You Expect at a Criminal Trial?
      • What Happens If You Refuse a Field Sobriety Test in Utah?
    • July
      • Should You Talk to the Police Without a Lawyer Present?
      • Why Is Breathalyzer Calibration Important for DUI Defense?
      • Can I Get a DUI After Just One Drink?
    • June
      • Do You Need a Lawyer Only for Serious Charges?
      • What Happens During a DUI Stop?
    • May
      • What Does It Mean to Have a DV Protective Order Issued Against You?
      • Financial Mistakes to Avoid Making During Divorce
    • April
      • What Are My Rights After Being Arrested in Utah?
      • Have Divorce Rates Increased Since the Start of COVID?
    • March
      • How Are Sentences Decided in Utah?
      • How Adultery Affects Divorce Proceedings
      • What To Do If You Don’t Want a Divorce, But Your Spouse Does
    • February
      • What Happens If You Get Caught Stealing in Utah?
      • Can I Get Custody of My Siblings?
    • January
      • What Are Misdemeanors in Utah?
      • Child Custody Obstacles After Same-Sex Divorce
      • Everything You Should Know About Sole Custody
  • 2021
    • December
      • What Are the Different Types of Drug Crimes in Utah?
      • A Guide to Gift-Giving After Divorce
    • November
      • How Serious Is an Assault Charge in Utah?
      • Navigating Divorce Over The Holidays
    • October
      • What Does a Criminal Defense Attorney Do?
      • Tips for Divorce over 50
    • September
      • Utah’s Shoplifting Laws
      • How Quickly Can I Get A Divorce in Utah?
      • 5 Signs It May Be Time for a Divorce
    • August
      • What Is DV in the Presence of a Child?
      • Understanding Utah Drug Possession Laws
    • July
      • Can I Get a DUI After Taking a Prescription Drug?
      • What Is A Drug Court?
    • June
      • Is Domestic Violence a Felony in Utah?
      • Tips For Staying Safe on Fourth Of July Weekend
      • Can I Bring Marijuana From Colorado Into Utah?
    • May
      • Enhanced Penalties for Drug Crimes Committed in Drug-Free Zones
      • Is a Paternity Test Right for You?
      • What Is The Legal BAC To Drive In Utah?
    • April
      • What Factors Can Affect Performance on Field Sobriety Tests?
    • March
      • Women’s Rights In Utah Divorce Court
      • How Bad Is a Third DUI Offense?
    • February
      • How Long Until You Can Drive After a DUI Conviction in Utah?
      • Asset Division in a Divorce: 5 Things You Should Know
      • In What Situations Can You Get An Annulment?
    • January
      • Which Drug Crimes Are Felonies in Utah?
      • What Can Happen If Family Law Court Orders Are Not Followed?
  • 2020
    • December
      • Are Prenups Enforceable in Utah?
      • What Is Spousal Support?
    • November
      • Can I Refuse Taking a Field Sobriety Test in Utah?
      • What to Do if You’ve Been Wrongfully Arrested For Drug Possession
    • October
      • What If I'm Arrested for a UT Drug Crime with a Child?
      • Drug Possession & Manufacturing With the Intent To Distribute: What You Need to Know
      • Fines and Penalties In the State of Utah for Drug Possession, Use, and More
    • September
      • How to Obtain a Limited License After a Utah DUI
      • What’s The Difference Between Drug Distribution And Drug Trafficking
    • August
      • Do I Have to Identify Myself to a Police Officer?
      • Is Offering to Distribute Drugs Illegal?
      • Hiring the Right Attorney to Defend Your Domestic Violence Charges
    • July
      • What Happens If You're Charged with a Hate Crime in Utah?
      • Why Is Selling THC Cartridges in Utah Illegal?
      • Social Media & Domestic Violence Explained
    • June
      • Do Police Need a Warrant to Make a DUI Arrest?
      • What's Utah's Impaired Driving Law?
      • Domestic Violence: The Proper Steps to Take After Being Falsely Accused
    • May
      • Is a Third-Degree Felony More Serious than a First-Degree?
      • Is It Illegal to Drive with a BAC of .05 in Utah?
      • Utah’s Mandatory Arrest Laws and What You Need to Know
    • April
      • Is Possessing Someone Else's ID a Crime in Utah?
      • Is Drug Possession a Felony in Utah?
      • Social Media and Your Divorce: Do’s and Don'ts
    • March
      • How Is Property Divided in a Divorce?
      • What Happens After a Domestic Violence Arrest?
      • 5 Tips for Choosing the Right Utah Divorce Attorney
    • February
      • Is It Illegal to Be Drunk in Public in Utah?
      • Is Utah a No-Fault Divorce State?
      • 10 Questions to Ask Your Divorce Attorney
      • Divorce and Your Wallet
    • January
      • How to Handle a Divorce If You Own a Business
      • Always Fight Marijuana-Related DUI Charges
      • FAQ: Divorcing in Utah
  • 2019
    • December
      • Can a Domestic Violence Victim Drop the Charges in Utah?
      • Holiday DUI Statistics
      • Multiple DUIs Can Increase Penalties
    • November
      • Legal Separation in Utah
      • DUI Involving Serious Injury & Death in Utah
      • DUI Arrests Can Be Subjective
    • October
      • 5 Things You Need to Know About DUI Checkpoints
      • Underage DUI in Utah
      • Expect Increased Police Presence During Halloween
      • How to Restore Your Driver’s License After a DUI Arrest in Utah
    • September
      • Are Pets Treated Like Children or Property in a Utah Divorce?
      • Social Media & Criminal Cases
      • Potential Penalties for a First-Time DUI
    • August
      • Can I Date While I’m in the Middle of a Divorce?
      • Salt Lake County Introduces Diversion Program for Low-Risk Offenders
      • Divorce & Mental Health
    • July
      • Utah Implied Consent Law
      • Top 3 Marital Issues that Lead to Divorce
      • When Does Child Support End in Utah?
    • June
      • What Happens to My CDL After a DUI in Utah?
      • What to Do If Your Ex-Spouse Fails to Pay Child Support in UT
      • What Are a Father’s Rights?
    • May
      • Utah DUI Penalties
      • Marijuana Laws in Utah
      • Three Things You Should Know about the Utah Divorce Process
      • DIY Divorce: Not a Good Idea
  • 2017
    • October
      • Divorcing Parents Must Take Divorce Courses
      • When Is Law Enforcement Allowed To Initiate Search & Seizure?
    • August
      • How To Lessen Your Criminal Record In Utah
    • July
      • How Drug Courts Help Addicts And Communities
    • June
      • Social Media Mistakes Men Should Avoid During Divorce
    • May
      • Divorce Mediation In Utah
    • April
      • The 4 Types Of Abuse In Domestic Violence Cases
    • March
      • 4 Ways Paternity Test Results Can Be Wrong
    • February
      • 5 Tips To Help Children Of Divorce Transition Between Two Homes
    • January
      • When Can Law Enforcement Use Drug Dogs For A Search?
  • 2016
    • December
      • Tips For Avoiding Drunk Driving During The Holidays
    • November
      • What You Need To Know About Parenting Plans
• Contact Us
• Site Map