ineffective assistance of counsel claim (Utah) · Go Syfert
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ineffective assistance of counsel claim in Utah

446 Utah opinions name it 2 courts 1989–2026 138 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Utah courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (50)

CaseFollowedCited
Strickland v. Washingtongreen
scotus · 1984 · cited in 180 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1989–2026
2 sentences

2026And the Supreme Court stated in Strickland that “[i]f it is easier to dispose of an ineffectiveness claim on the ground of lack of sufficient prejudice . . . that course should be followed.” Strickland, 466 U.S. at 697 . 9 JOHNSON v. STATE Opinion of the Court ¶28 For purposes of this case, we assume without deciding that the district court correctly concluded both that Johnson’s trial counsel rendered deficient performance by proposing an erroneous jury instruction and that Johnson’s appellate counsel rendered deficient performance on appeal by failing to raise the issue under the ineffective

2025“An ineffective assistance of counsel claim raised for the first time on appeal presents a question of law.” State v. Ringstad, 2018 UT App 66, ¶ 32 , 424 P.3d 1052 (cleaned up). 5 ANALYSIS ¶17 To prove ineffective assistance of counsel, a defendant must establish both prongs of the well-known test articulated in Strickland v. Washington, 466 U.S. 668 (1984).

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State v. Templingreen
utah · 1990 · cited in 21 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1991–2024
2 sentences

2021See J.A.L., 2011 UT 27, ¶ 20 (“An ineffective assistance of counsel claim is a mixed question of law and fact.”); State v. Templin, 805 P.2d 182 , 185–86 (Utah 1990) (“There is no reason . . . to depart from the standard of review set out in Strickland simply because the appeal was preceded by a motion for new trial.”).

2015P. 23B(a) ; accord Johnston, 2000 UT App 290 , ¶¶ 12-13 & n. 1, 13 P.3d 175 . 29 See Christensen, 2013 UT App 163 , ¶ 4, 305 P.3d 222 ("An appellant must present this court with the evidence he intends to present on remand and explain how that evidence supports both prongs of the ineffective assistance of counsel test." (internal quotation marks omitted)). 30 State v. Templin, 805 P.2d 182 , 186 (Utah 1990) (alteration in original) (internal quotation marks omitted). 31 Id. (internal quotation marks omitted). 32 Id. at 187 (internal quotation marks omitted). 33 Id. 34 Mr. Maughan confessed to

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State v. Bryantgreen
utahctapp · 1998 · cited in 11 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2002–2012
2 sentences

2008“When an ineffective assistance of counsel claim ‘is raised for the first time on appeal without a prior evidentiary hearing, it presents a question of law.’ ” State v. Holbert, 2002 UT App 426, ¶ 26 , 61 P.3d 291 (quoting State v. Bryant, 965 P.2d 539, 542 (Utah Ct.App.1998)). ¶ 11 Next, McClellan argues that the trial court committed plain error, and that trial counsel rendered ineffective assistance, by letting an individual with a conflict of interest sit on the jury.

2007"When an ineffective assistance of counsel claim 'is raised for the first time on appeal without a prior evidentiary hearing, it presents a question of law.'" State v. Holbert, 2002 UT App 426, ¶ 26 , 61 P.3d 291 *801 (quoting State v. Bryant, 965 P.2d 539, 542 (Utah Ct.App.1998)). 13 Finally, Defendant argues that, based on his foregoing arguments, the trial court imposed an unconstitutional sentence, which this court should reverse under rule 22 of the Utah Rules of Criminal Procedure, see Utah R.Crim.

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State v. Clarkgreen
utah · 2004 · cited in 78 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2005–2025
2 sentences

2025ISSUE AND STANDARD OF REVIEW ¶7 Bell argues that Counsel rendered ineffective assistance by failing to move for a directed verdict. 1 “An ineffective assistance of counsel claim raised for the first time on appeal presents a question of law.” State v. Clark, 2004 UT 25, ¶ 6 , 89 P.3d 162 .

2025ISSUE AND STANDARD OF REVIEW ¶7 Bell argues that Counsel rendered ineffective assistance by failing to move for a directed verdict. 1 “An ineffective assistance of counsel claim raised for the first time on appeal presents a question of law.” State v. Clark, 2004 UT 25, ¶ 6 , 89 P.3d 162 .

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Honie v. Stategreen
utah · 2014 · cited in 45 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2016–2025
2 sentences

2025“Because failure to establish either prong of the test is fatal to an ineffective assistance of counsel claim, we are free to address [a defendant’s] claims under either prong.” Honie v. State, 2014 UT 19, ¶ 31 , 342 P.3d 182 .

2025Thus, a defendant’s “failure to establish either prong of the test is fatal to an ineffective assistance of counsel claim.” Honie, 2014 UT 19, ¶ 31 . 20220410-CA 11 2025 UT App 26 State v. Moore I.

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State v. Johnsongreen
utah · 2017 · cited in 9 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2018–2026
2 sentences

2020Because an ineffective assistance of counsel claim “necessarily requires the court to look at the substantive issue the defendant argues his counsel should have raised, and whether the substantive issue had any merit,” we look at the substantive issue only “through the lens of counsel’s performance.” State v. Johnson, 2017 UT 76, ¶ 22 , 416 P.3d 443 . 20180722-CA 20 2020 UT App 125 Jones v. State 4.

2020Because an ineffective assistance of counsel claim “necessarily requires the court to look at the substantive issue the defendant argues his counsel should have raised, and whether the substantive issue had any merit,” we look at the substantive issue only “through the lens of counsel’s performance.” State v. Johnson, 2017 UT 76, ¶ 22 , 416 P.3d 443 . 20180722-CA 20 2020 UT App 125 Jones v. State 4.

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State v. Dunngreen
utah · 1993 · cited in 7 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2012–2018
2 sentences

2018"An ineffective assistance of counsel claim raised for the first time on appeal presents a question of law." State v. Clark , 2004 UT 25 , ¶ 6, 89 P.3d 162 . ¶33 Lastly, Defendant contends that "the cumulative effect of the several errors committed in the trial court deprived [him] of his right to a fair trial." "We will reverse a conviction under this doctrine when 'the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence ... that a fair trial was had.' " State v. Lomu , 2014 UT App 42 , ¶ 7, 321 P.3d 235 (omission in original) (quoting State v. Dunn , 850 P.2d 1201 , 1229 (Utah

2017“An ineffective assistance of counsel claim raised for the first time on appeal presents a question of law.” State v. Clark, 2004 UT 25, ¶ 6 , 89 P.3d 162 . ¶33 Lastly, Defendant contends that “the cumulative effect of the several errors committed in the trial court deprived [him] of his right to a fail) trial,” “We will reverse a conviction under this doctrine when ‘the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence ... that a fair trial was had.’ ” State v. Lomu, 2014 UT App. 42, ¶ 7 , 321 P.3d 235 (omission in original) (quoting State v. Dunn, 850 P.2d 1201, 1229 (Utah 19

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State v. Scottgreen
utah · 2020 · cited in 15 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2020–2024
2 sentences

2023To prevail on an ineffective assistance of counsel claim, Eddington must show both that Counsel’s performance was deficient, in that it “fell below an objective standard of reasonableness,” and that this deficient performance “prejudiced the defense” such that “there is a reasonable probability that, but for counsel’s unprofessional errors, the result of the proceeding would have been different.” See Strickland v. Washington, 466 U.S. 668 , 687–88, 694 (1984); accord State v. Scott, 2020 UT 13, ¶ 28 , 462 P.3d 350 ; State v. Ray, 2020 UT 12, ¶ 24 , 469 P.3d 871 .

2023To prevail on an ineffective assistance of counsel claim, Eddington must show both that Counsel’s performance was deficient, in that it “fell below an objective standard of reasonableness,” and that this deficient performance “prejudiced the defense” such that “there is a reasonable probability that, but for counsel’s unprofessional errors, the result of the proceeding would have been different.” See Strickland v. Washington, 466 U.S. 668 , 687–88, 694 (1984); accord State v. Scott, 2020 UT 13, ¶ 28 , 462 P.3d 350 ; State v. Ray, 2020 UT 12, ¶ 24 , 469 P.3d 871 .

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Menzies v. Galetkagreen
utah · 2006 · cited in 10 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2007–2024
2 sentences

2024In Menzies, we explained that an ineffective assistance of counsel claim “presents a mixed question of law and fact.” 2006 UT 81, ¶ 56 (citing Strickland v. Washington, 466 U.S. 668, 698 (1984)).

2023We therefore deny Mr. Green’s rule 23B motion. 88 466 U.S. 668 (1984). 89 Menzies v. Galetka, 2006 UT 81, ¶ 87 , 150 P.3d 480 (cleaned up). 33 STATE v. GREEN Opinion of the Court determine whether Mr. Green has met his substantial burden, we must “eliminate the distorting effects of hindsight and evaluate the conduct from counsel’s perspective at the time.” 90 And “[b]ecause failure to establish either prong of the test is fatal to an ineffective assistance of counsel claim, we are free to address [Mr. Green’s] claims under either prong.” 91 ¶105 The first prong “requires showing that counsel

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Archuleta v. Galetkagreen
utah · 2011 · cited in 10 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2012–2022
2 sentences

2022Because a defendant must affirmatively prove both prongs of an ineffective assistance of counsel claim, “it is not necessary for us to address both components of the inquiry if we determine that a defendant has made an insufficient showing on one.” Archuleta v. Galetka, 2011 UT 73, ¶ 41 , 267 P.3d 232 (cleaned up).

2022Because a defendant must affirmatively prove both prongs of an ineffective assistance of counsel claim, “it is not necessary for us to address both components of the inquiry if we determine that a defendant has made an insufficient showing on one.” Archuleta v. Galetka, 2011 UT 73, ¶ 41 , 267 P.3d 232 (cleaned up).

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Parsons v. Barnesgreen
utah · 1994 · cited in 5 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2001–2015
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State v. Hardsgreen
utahctapp · 2015 · cited in 11 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2015–2019
2 sentences

2019See, e.g., State v. Hards, 2015 UT App 42, ¶ 22 , 345 P.3d 769 (denying an ineffective assistance of counsel claim when counsel advised the defendant to testify).

2019See, e.g., State v. Hards, 2015 UT App 42, ¶ 22 , 345 P.3d 769 (denying an ineffective assistance of counsel claim when counsel advised the defendant to testify).

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State v. Holbertgreen
utahctapp · 2002 · cited in 7 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2003–2011
2 sentences

2008“When an ineffective assistance of counsel claim ‘is raised for the first time on appeal without a prior evidentiary hearing, it presents a question of law.’ ” State v. Holbert, 2002 UT App 426, ¶ 26 , 61 P.3d 291 (quoting State v. Bryant, 965 P.2d 539, 542 (Utah Ct.App.1998)). ¶ 11 Next, McClellan argues that the trial court committed plain error, and that trial counsel rendered ineffective assistance, by letting an individual with a conflict of interest sit on the jury.

2008“When an ineffective assistance of counsel claim ‘is raised for the first time on appeal without a prior evidentiary hearing, it presents a question of law.’ ” State v. Holbert, 2002 UT App 426, ¶ 26 , 61 P.3d 291 (quoting State v. Bryant, 965 P.2d 539, 542 (Utah Ct.App.1998)). ¶ 11 Next, McClellan argues that the trial court committed plain error, and that trial counsel rendered ineffective assistance, by letting an individual with a conflict of interest sit on the jury.

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State v. Lenkartgreen
utah · 2011 · cited in 6 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2011–2022
2 sentences

2022Specifically, we review the district court’s determinations on “both the performance and prejudice components of [Strickland’s] ineffectiveness inquiry” 3 for correctness as “mixed questions of law and fact.” Strickland, 466 U.S. at 698 ; see also State v. J.A.L., 2011 UT 27, ¶ 20 , 262 P.3d 1 (“An ineffective assistance of counsel claim is a mixed question of law and fact.

2022Specifically, we review the district court’s determinations on “both the performance and prejudice components of [Strickland’s] ineffectiveness inquiry” 3 for correctness as “mixed questions of law and fact.” Strickland, 466 U.S. at 698 ; see also State v. J.A.L., 2011 UT 27, ¶ 20 , 262 P.3d 1 (“An ineffective assistance of counsel claim is a mixed question of law and fact.

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State v. Verdegreen
utah · 1989 · cited in 6 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1989–2012
2 sentences

2012Compare State v. Cruz, 2005 UT 45, ¶ 18 , 122 P.3d 543 (declining to decide whether plain error review applies to claims of structural error in jury instructions, but noting that under federal law an appellant claiming constitutional error “who did not object at trial may only argue plain error or ineffective assistance of counsel on appeal and thus must prove prejudice”), and State v. Malaga, 2006 UT App 103, ¶ 11 , 132 P.3d 703 (stating in context of a challenge to jury instructions that under the ineffective assistance of counsel exception to preservation, defendant has the burden of demons

2012Bair also argues that the exceptional circumstances exception to preservation applies, see generally State v. Holgate, 2000 UT 74, ¶ 11 , 10 P.3d 346 (recognizing the exceptional circumstances exception to the preservation rule), and that his trial counsel was ineffective for failing to preserve this issue, see State v. Verde, 770 P.2d 116, 118 (Utah 1989) (noting that an ineffective assistance of counsel claim is a means "to avoid the effect of ... [trial] counsel's failure to preserve the [argument]").

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State v. Humphriesgreen
utah · 1991 · cited in 5 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1993–1994
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State v. Ellifritzgreen
utahctapp · 1992 · cited in 4 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1993–2015
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State v. Chacongreen
utah · 1998 · cited in 4 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2006–2014
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State v. Tennysongreen
utahctapp · 1993 · cited in 4 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1994–2013
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State v. Litherlandgreen
utah · 2000 · cited in 20 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2002–2021
2 sentences

2021The court perceived the following logical dilemma: Citing this court‘s interpretation of rule 23B in State v. Litherland, 2000 UT 76 , 12 P.3d 92 , it concluded that ―appellate attorneys have a duty to investigate potential ineffective assistance claims that are based on facts outside the record.‖ McCloud, 2019 UT App 35, ¶ 41 (citing Litherland, 2000 UT 76, ¶ 16 ). ―And if an ineffective assistance of counsel claim could have been raised in a rule 23B motion, the general rule is that it will be barred on post-conviction.‖ Id.

2021The court perceived the following logical dilemma: Citing this court‘s interpretation of rule 23B in State v. Litherland, 2000 UT 76 , 12 P.3d 92 , it concluded that ―appellate attorneys have a duty to investigate potential ineffective assistance claims that are based on facts outside the record.‖ McCloud, 2019 UT App 35, ¶ 41 (citing Litherland, 2000 UT 76, ¶ 16 ). ―And if an ineffective assistance of counsel claim could have been raised in a rule 23B motion, the general rule is that it will be barred on post-conviction.‖ Id.

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State v. Griffingreen
utah · 2015 · cited in 13 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2015–2026
2 sentences

2026Importantly, the third and fourth elements require the defendant to “present the court with the evidence he [or she] intends to present on remand and explain how that evidence supports both prongs of the ineffective assistance of counsel test.” State v. Mason, 2024 UT App 171, ¶ 63 , 562 P.3d 1158 (cleaned up), cert. denied, 570 P.3d 658 (Utah 2025). “[I]f the defendant could not meet the test for ineffective assistance of counsel, even if his [or her] new factual allegations were true, there is no reason to remand the case, and we should deny the motion.” Griffin, 2015 UT 18, ¶ 20 . ¶68 James

2026Importantly, the third and fourth elements require the defendant to “present the court with the evidence he [or she] intends to present on remand and explain how that evidence supports both prongs of the ineffective assistance of counsel test.” State v. Mason, 2024 UT App 171, ¶ 63 , 562 P.3d 1158 (cleaned up), cert. denied, 570 P.3d 658 (Utah 2025). “[I]f the defendant could not meet the test for ineffective assistance of counsel, even if his [or her] new factual allegations were true, there is no reason to remand the case, and we should deny the motion.” State v. Griffin, 2015 UT 18, ¶ 20 ,

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In re C.M.R...green
utahctapp · 2020 · cited in 8 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2020–2025
2 sentences

2025Additionally, juvenile “courts are in the best position to evaluate the credibility of witnesses,” and thus, “appellate courts defer to juvenile courts on matters of credibility.” In re K.F., 2009 UT 4, ¶ 52 , 201 P.3d 985 . ¶15 “To prevail on an ineffective assistance of counsel claim, Mother must show that (1) ‘counsel’s performance was deficient’ and (2) this ‘deficient performance prejudiced the defense.’” In re C.M.R., 2020 UT App 114, ¶ 19 , 473 P.3d 184 (quoting Strickland v. Washington, 466 U.S. 668, 687 (1984)).

2024“An ineffective assistance of counsel claim raised for the first time on appeal presents a question of law.” In re C.M.R., 2020 UT App 114, ¶ 11 , 473 P.3d 184 (cleaned up).

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State v. Nelsongreen
utah · 2015 · cited in 5 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2017–2026
2 sentences

2026And if a claim is infirm under one of the prongs, then “the claim fails and the court need not address the other.” State v. Nelson, 2015 UT 62, ¶ 12 , 355 P.3d 1031 . ¶67 To establish deficient performance, Gaines must show that Counsel’s “representation fell below an objective standard of reasonableness.” Popp, 2019 UT App 173, ¶ 26 (cleaned up).

2024“In a situation where the trial court has held a Rule 23B hearing and made specific findings relevant to an ineffective assistance of counsel claim, we defer to the trial court’s findings of fact.” State v. Huggins, 920 P.2d 1195, 1198 (Utah Ct. App. 1996); accord Nelson, 2015 UT 62, ¶ 11 .

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State v. Irwingreen
utahctapp · 1996 · cited in 4 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2006–2017
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State v. Meikgreen
utahctapp · 2024 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2024–2025
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State in Interest of EH v. AHgreen
utahctapp · 1994 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2015–2021
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State v. Lowgreen
utah · 2008 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2012–2020
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State v. Taylorgreen
utah · 1997 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2006–2016
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State v. Brandleygreen
utahctapp · 1998 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2006–2014
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State v. Rossred
utah · 2007 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
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State v. Ottgreen
utah · 2010 · cited in 23 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2013–2022
2 sentences

2022“An ineffective assistance of counsel claim raised for the first time on appeal presents a question of law.” State v. Ott, 2010 UT 1, ¶ 16 , 247 P.3d 344 (cleaned up).

2022“An ineffective assistance of counsel claim raised for the first time on appeal presents a question of law.” State v. Ott, 2010 UT 1, ¶ 16 , 247 P.3d 344 (cleaned up).

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State v. Poppgreen
utahctapp · 2019 · cited in 13 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2019–2026
2 sentences

2026“Because failure to establish either prong of the test is fatal to an ineffective assistance of counsel claim, we are free to address [such claims] under either prong.” State v. Popp, 2019 UT App 173, ¶ 25 , 453 P.3d 657 (cleaned up).

2026“Because failure to establish either prong of the test is fatal to an ineffective assistance of counsel claim, we are free to address [such claims] under either prong.” State v. Popp, 2019 UT App 173, ¶ 25 , 453 P.3d 657 (cleaned up).

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State v. Suhailgreen
utahctapp · 2023 · cited in 7 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2023–2025
2 sentences

2025To obtain a remand under this rule, “a defendant must present the court with the evidence he [or she] intends to present on remand and explain how that evidence supports both prongs of the ineffective assistance of counsel test.” State v. Suhail, 2023 UT App 15, ¶ 126 , 525 P.3d 550 (cleaned up), cert. denied, 531 P.3d 730 (Utah 2023).

2025To obtain a remand under this rule, “a defendant must present the court with the evidence he [or she] intends to present on remand and explain how that evidence supports both prongs of the ineffective assistance of counsel test.” State v. Suhail, 2023 UT App 15, ¶ 126 , 525 P.3d 550 (cleaned up), cert. denied, 531 P.3d 730 (Utah 2023).

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State v. Gallegosgreen
utah · 2020 · cited in 4 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2020–2024
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Kimmelman v. Morrisongreen
scotus · 1986 · cited in 4 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2014–2022
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State v. Cruzgreen
utah · 2005 · cited in 4 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2006–2017
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State v. Johnsongreen
utahctapp · 2014 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2017–2017
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State v. Perduegreen
utahctapp · 1991 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2017–2017
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State v. Kelleygreen
utah · 2000 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2012–2014
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Layton City v. Carrgreen
utahctapp · 2014 · cited in 8 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2015–2021
2 sentences

2021On the other hand, when a sufficiency-of-the-evidence claim is not preserved but is raised under the ineffective assistance of counsel exception to preservation, it “presents a question of law, and to prevail on [such] ineffective assistance of counsel claims, [the defendant] must demonstrate that counsel’s failure to raise the sufficiency issues to the trial court’s attention was both objectively deficient and prejudicial.” State v. Heath, 2019 UT App 186, ¶ 25 , 453 P.3d 955 (cleaned up). ¶19 Darnstaedt further argues that his counsel was ineffective because he “(1) did not ensure that the j

2021On the other hand, when a sufficiency-of-the-evidence claim is not preserved but is raised under the ineffective assistance of counsel exception to preservation, it “presents a question of law, and to prevail on [such] ineffective assistance of counsel claims, [the defendant] must demonstrate that counsel’s failure to raise the sufficiency issues to the trial court’s attention was both objectively deficient and prejudicial.” State v. Heath, 2019 UT App 186, ¶ 25 , 453 P.3d 955 (cleaned up). ¶19 Darnstaedt further argues that his counsel was ineffective because he “(1) did not ensure that the j

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Also cited on this issue (30)

CaseCitedYears
State v. Fowers green
utahctapp · 2011
2 sentences

2016The instruction stated, "Before you can find the Defendant 'guilty of the lesser-included offense of ATTEMPTED MAN SLAUGHTER, ... you must find beyond a reasonable doubt [that the] affirmative defense of imperfect-self defense does not apply." The jury found Garcia guilty of one count of attempted murder, both counts of discharge of a firearm, and the count of possessing a firearm as a restricted person. 1 Garcia appealsf ISSUES AND STANDARDS OF REVIEW 18 Garcia contends that Trial Counsel was ineffective for failing to object to a jury instruction "that told the jury to convict [Garcia] of le

2016The instruction stated, "Before you can find the Defendant 'guilty of the lesser-included offense of ATTEMPTED MAN SLAUGHTER, ... you must find beyond a reasonable doubt [that the] affirmative defense of imperfect-self defense does not apply." The jury found Garcia guilty of one count of attempted murder, both counts of discharge of a firearm, and the count of possessing a firearm as a restricted person. 1 Garcia appealsf ISSUES AND STANDARDS OF REVIEW 18 Garcia contends that Trial Counsel was ineffective for failing to object to a jury instruction "that told the jury to convict [Garcia] of le

62012–2016
State v. Walker green
utahctapp · 2010
2 sentences

2015Mr. Houston argues that had this testimony been presented to the jury, it would have made a 159 See State v. Walker, 2010 UT App 157, ¶ 16 , 235 P.3d 766 (noting expert testimony is not critical when same information can be elicited on cross-examination). 160 See Strickland, 466 U.S. at 689 (noting that to succeed on an ineffective assistance of counsel claim, ―the defendant must overcome the presumption that, under the circumstances, the challenged action might be considered sound trial strategy‖ (internal quotation marks omitted)). 39 STATE v. HOUSTON Opinion of the Court difference in the o

2015Mr. Houston argues that had this testimony been presented to the jury, it would have made a 159 See State v. Walker, 2010 UT App 157, ¶ 16 , 235 P.3d 766 (noting expert testimony is not critical when same information can be elicited on cross-examination). 160 See Strickland, 466 U.S. at 689 (noting that to succeed on an ineffective assistance of counsel claim, ―the defendant must overcome the presumption that, under the circumstances, the challenged action might be considered sound trial strategy‖ (internal quotation marks omitted)). 39 STATE v. HOUSTON Opinion of the Court difference in the o

62011–2015
State v. Fleming green
utahctapp · 2019
52022–2025
State v. Lee green
utahctapp · 2014
2 sentences

2025“Claims of erroneous jury instructions present questions of law that we review for correctness.” State v. Lee, 2014 UT App 4, ¶ 7 , 318 P.3d 1164 (cleaned up). ¶13 In addition to his immediate claims on appeal, Roybal has filed a motion under rule 23B of the Utah Rules of Appellate Procedure, requesting that we remand this case for supplementation of the record in support of an ineffective assistance of counsel claim.

2025“Claims of erroneous jury instructions present questions of law that we review for correctness.” State v. Lee, 2014 UT App 4, ¶ 7 , 318 P.3d 1164 (cleaned up). ¶13 In addition to his immediate claims on appeal, Roybal has filed a motion under rule 23B of the Utah Rules of Appellate Procedure, requesting that we remand this case for supplementation of the record in support of an ineffective assistance of counsel claim.

52014–2025
State v. Gallegos green
utahctapp · 2018
52018–2024
State v. Wilder green
utah · 2018
52018–2020
State v. Montoya green
utah · 2004
52004–2018
State v. Millard green
utahctapp · 2010
52014–2015
State v. Sandoval neutral
utahctapp · 2024
42026–2026
State v. Forbush green
utahctapp · 2024
42024–2026
State v. McNeil green
utah · 2016
42016–2024
In re S.S. green
utahctapp · 2015
42020–2023
State v. King green
utahctapp · 2017
42019–2023
S.E. v. State neutral
utahctapp · 2015
42020–2023
State v. Bowen green
utahctapp · 2019
42020–2021
State v. Mason green
utahctapp · 2024
32024–2026
State v. Saedt green
utahctapp · 2026
32026–2026
State v. Wilkes green
utahctapp · 2020
32020–2025
State v. Ringstad green
utahctapp · 2018
32018–2025
State v. Samples green
utahctapp · 2022
32024–2025
State v. Torres green
utahctapp · 2018
32019–2022
Lockhart v. Fretwell green
scotus · 1993
32005–2022
State v. Beckering green
utahctapp · 2015
32019–2021
State v. Dean green
utah · 2004
32009–2021
State v. Lane green
utahctapp · 2019
32019–2020
State v. Hatch green
utahctapp · 2019
32019–2020
State v. Kozlov green
utahctapp · 2012
32013–2020
State v. Perry green
utahctapp · 2009
32010–2019
State v. Pedersen green
utahctapp · 2010
32012–2015
State v. Smit green
utahctapp · 2004
32006–2012

Statutes the citing opinions construe

UT § Utah Code § 76-5-404.1 (34) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-203 (25) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-302 (22) UT § Utah Code § 76-2-402 (21) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-103 (20) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-202 (19) UT § Utah Code § 76-2-102 (17) UT § Utah Code § 76-2-103 (17) UT § Utah Code § 76-2-202 (17) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-102 (17) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-402 (17) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-208 (14)

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