Utah Advertising Ethics and Compliance
Marketing to people with a pending criminal case is regulated. These posts summarize Utah's advertising, solicitation and referral-fee rules and answer common questions about referral leads. They are general overviews, not legal advice.
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October 1, 2026
Utah Rule 7.3 Was Repealed: What Governs Direct Mail to Defendants Now
Utah deleted Rules 7.2 through 7.5 in 2020. Direct mail to defendants is now governed mainly by Rule 7.1's ban on false statements, coercion, and harassment.
September 28, 2026
Common Questions About Criminal Defense Referral Leads, Answered
Referral leads are checked for existing counsel, share filters with other subscribers, exclude juveniles, and refresh nightly from court records.
September 25, 2026
Utah Rule 7.2 Was Withdrawn: Referral Fees and Lead Generation Now
Utah withdrew Rule 7.2 in 2020. Paying for referrals and sharing fees with non-lawyers now falls under Rule 5.4 and Standing Order No. 15.
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