At Morrise Thompson Foresta, our team is more than just a collection of credentials; we are individuals dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of our clients. In this installment of “Meet the Team,” we’re chatting with defense…
Today, we’re kicking off our “Meet the Team” series by introducing you to one of our own, Attorney Matt Morrise. As a key member of our firm, Matt brings a unique blend of legal expertise and technical skill to the…
State of Utah v. Luke Martin Buranek, 2025 UT App 92, Opinion No. 20230969-CA, filed June 20, 2025, The Utah Court of Appeals Quick Summary: This case addresses the legal defense of entrapment, particularly in the context of online interactions leading…
• State v. Dakota Anthony Dente, Opinion No. 20240688-CA, 2025 UT App 95 • Utah Court of Appeals • Filed June 26, 2025 Quick Summary: The Utah Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court’s decision denying a defendant’s attempt to withdraw…
State of Utah v. Marco Antonio Corona, Opinion No. 20221117-CA, 2025 UT App 93, filed June 26, 2025, from The Utah Court of Appeals. Quick Summary: In this case, the Utah Court of Appeals affirmed Marco Antonio Corona’s convictions for aggravated sexual abuse of…
As part of our commitment to keeping our clients and the public informed about developments in Utah criminal defenselaw, our firm regularly reviews decisions from the state’s appellate courts. Understanding how courts interpret and apply criminal statutes is crucial when building…
A recent decision from the Utah Court of Appeals, State v. Hintze, clarifies an important question for anyone interacting with police in Utah: When does a conversation or encounter cross the line from a voluntary interaction into a “seizure” under the…
The Utah Supreme Court recently handed down a significant opinion in State v. Dustin Giles Andrus, addressing critical issues at the intersection of modern technology and criminal defense. The case, decided on May 29, 2025, involved convictions stemming from a relationship between…
Utah Court of Appeals Upholds Convictions in Case Spanning Sexual Offenses, Assault, and Domestic Violence The Utah Court of Appeals recently reviewed and affirmed convictions in the case of State v. Christensen, highlighting critical aspects of criminal defense, including the handling of multiple charges and…
Summary: The Utah Court of Appeals affirmed a criminal mischief conviction, finding that the defendant waived his challenge to the sufficiency of the evidence by testifying about the property’s value and that his claims of ineffective assistance of counsel lacked merit. This…