Criminal law is the branch of law concerned with criminal offenses, which can range from minor traffic citations to petty theft, vandalism, reckless driving, prostitution, and domestic violence. Federal, state, and local governments have penal codes defining what is considered a crime and what consequences face an individual or company found guilty of a crime should face. A criminal defense attorney is someone who has studied criminal law extensively and is there to assist with issues involving arrests, warrants, criminal investigations and charges, bail, sentencing, and even post-trial proceedings and appeals. If you’re facing criminal charges in the state of Utah, the penalties of a conviction can be severe. You’ll need a criminal attorney to help you protect your legal rights.