Promoting Justice for All Utah Kids
Right to Counsel
Right to Counsel
Right to Counsel
In 1967, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that youth have a right to an attorney in juvenile proceedings. In 2019, the Utah legislator passed S.B. 32, which guaranteed all children be provided a juvenile defense attorney at all stages of their delinquency case. Each Utah county is responsible with providing youth a defense attorney. Represent
In 1967, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that youth have a right to an attorney in juvenile proceedings. In 2019, the Utah legislator passed S.B. 32, which guaranteed all children be provided a juvenile defense attorney at all stages of their delinquency case. Each Utah county is responsible with providing youth a defense attorney. Representation starts with detention hearings, continuing though post-disposition hearings, and even includes potential appeals.
Who We Are
Right to Counsel
Right to Counsel
Utah Juvenile Defender Attorneys, LLC, is dedicated to public service and representation of children. UJDA promotes justice for children by ensuring excellence in juvenile defense. Through trial advocacy, community building, training, and policy reform, we provide nationally recognized juvenile defense services.