- February 2009 "Not guilty" verdicts on four counts of aggravated sexual abuse of a child charges, carrying potential sentence of 30 years to life in prison.
- September 2009 "Not guilty" verdicts for 2 counts kidnapping, 1 count burglary for gay man accused of kidnapping neighbors' children. Client was facing 30 years to life in prison
- November 2009 Felony theft charges dismissed after Susanne Gustin files motion to dismiss based upon insufficient evidence and hearsay grounds. Judge grants motion to dismiss.
- December 2009 Second DUI with Injury Accident charges substantially reduced to reckless driving after Susanne Gustin files motion to dismiss the case based upon an illegal blood draw. Client receives no jail.
- February 2010 Aggravated Assault, a third degree felony, and third offense for client will be dismissed in 1 year. No conviction, no fine, no jail, no record!
- March 2010 Three counts Sexual Abuse of a Child, second degree felonies, in juvenile court. Reduced to one charge that is not "sex offense" related. Case will be dismissed in one year. No jail and client's opportunity to enter the military restored.
- March 2010 Felony domestic violence and criminal mischief charges dismissed the day before trial after a flurry of motions filed by Susanne Gustin
- April 2010 Attempted murder charges will be dismissed after 3 years of motions, appeals to the Utah Supreme Court, and negotiations by Susanne Gustin
- April 2010 Aggravated Robbery and Kidnapping Charges, first degree felonies, potential lifetime sentences. Susanne Gustin secures misdemeanor charges and 180 days jail.
- June 2010 Five first-degree felony aggravated sex abuse of a child--carrying potential 30-to-life sentences-reduced to third degree felonies, no sex offender registration, no jail time!
- June 2010 Second degree felony sexual abuse charges reduced to class A misdemeanor, no sex offender registration after motion won by Susanne Gustin compromises state's case.
- June 2010 Ten counts of possession of child pornography, second degree felonies, reduced to class A misdemeanor, no prison.
- January 2011 First- degree felony rape, first- degree felony sodomy, three counts of forcible sexual abuse, all reduced to one Class "A" misdemeanor. Twenty-five year old client, happy & relieved, is serving only 6 months in jail. He was facing a potential life sentence.
- February 2011 Five counts of second-degree felony embezzlement (amount taken $27,000) will be dismissed after one year—no fine; no jail, no conviction, no record!
- February 2011 Eight counts of second-degree felony forgery and embezzlement will be dismissed after 3 years; no fine, no jail, no conviction, no record!
- April 2011 "Not guilty" verdicts for two codefendants charged with felony stalking. Not guilty on every charge (total of four charges).
- November 2011 Seven counts of aggravated sexual abuse of a child dismissed after Susanne Gustin works the case for seven months. Client's original skepticism of Gustin's defense strategy turns to joy. He states,"this will be the best Thanksgiving ever!"
- December 2011 Not Guilty on all five counts against client--two counts rape of a child, sodomy upon a child, aggravated sexual abuse of a child, and dealing in harmful materials to a minor. Client facing 30 years-to-life. Not guilty verdicts despite 3 witnesses testifying that client confessed to crimes.
- February 2009 "Not guilty" verdicts on four counts of aggravated sexual abuse of a child charges, carrying potential sentence of 30 years to life in prison.
- September 2009 "Not guilty" verdicts for 2 counts kidnapping, 1 count burglary for gay man accused of kidnapping neighbors' children. Client was facing 30 years to life in prison
- November 2009 Felony theft charges dismissed after Susanne Gustin files motion to dismiss based upon insufficient evidence and hearsay grounds. Judge grants motion to dismiss.
- December 2009 Second DUI with Injury Accident charges substantially reduced to reckless driving after Susanne Gustin files motion to dismiss the case based upon an illegal blood draw. Client receives no jail.
- February 2010 Aggravated Assault, a third degree felony, and third offense for client will be dismissed in 1 year. No conviction, no fine, no jail, no record!
- March 2010 Three counts Sexual Abuse of a Child, second degree felonies, in juvenile court. Reduced to one charge that is not "sex offense" related. Case will be dismissed in one year. No jail and client's opportunity to enter the military restored.
- March 2010 Felony domestic violence and criminal mischief charges dismissed the day before trial after a flurry of motions filed by Susanne Gustin
- April 2010 Attempted murder charges will be dismissed after 3 years of motions, appeals to the Utah Supreme Court, and negotiations by Susanne Gustin
- April 2010 Aggravated Robbery and Kidnapping Charges, first degree felonies, potential lifetime sentences. Susanne Gustin secures misdemeanor charges and 180 days jail.
- June 2010 Five first-degree felony aggravated sex abuse of a child--carrying potential 30-to-life sentences-reduced to third degree felonies, no sex offender registration, no jail time!
- June 2010 Second degree felony sexual abuse charges reduced to class A misdemeanor, no sex offender registration after motion won by Susanne Gustin compromises state's case.
- June 2010 Ten counts of possession of child pornography, second degree felonies, reduced to class A misdemeanor, no prison.
- January 2011 First- degree felony rape, first- degree felony sodomy, three counts of forcible sexual abuse, all reduced to one Class "A" misdemeanor. Twenty-five year old client, happy & relieved, is serving only 6 months in jail. He was facing a potential life sentence.
- February 2011 Five counts of second-degree felony embezzlement (amount taken $27,000) will be dismissed after one year—no fine; no jail, no conviction, no record!
- February 2011 Eight counts of second-degree felony forgery and embezzlement will be dismissed after 3 years; no fine, no jail, no conviction, no record!
- April 2011 "Not guilty" verdicts for two codefendants charged with felony stalking. Not guilty on every charge (total of four charges).
- November 2011 Seven counts of aggravated sexual abuse of a child dismissed after Susanne Gustin works the case for seven months. Client's original skepticism of Gustin's defense strategy turns to joy. He states,"this will be the best Thanksgiving ever!"
- December 2011 Not Guilty on all five counts against client--two counts rape of a child, sodomy upon a child, aggravated sexual abuse of a child, and dealing in harmful materials to a minor. Client facing 30 years-to-life. Not guilty verdicts despite 3 witnesses testifying that client confessed to crimes.
Prominent Utah Sex Crimes Lawyer · Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney
I am Susanne Gustin, a trial lawyer dedicated to criminal defense with a particular focus in the area of sexual offenses. From my Salt Lake City law office, I have handled virtually every type of criminal case. If you have been charged, or are under investigation for a crime, I know the worry and frustration you are facing right now. Having the right experience and legal representation fighting to protect your freedom and your future is the first important decision you will make in the coming days and weeks.
Drug Charges · Sex Offenses · Theft · Fraud · Domestic Assault · Internet Crimes
As a female attorney in a male-dominated field, I have been able to carve a niche in the Utah legal community by defending primarily men who have been accused of serious crimes. As your criminal defense lawyer, I will provide you and your loved ones with nothing less than excellence in criminal defense. To me, this means fighting aggressively to defend you by relying on my extensive experience and knowledge of the law. I promise nothing less than the most aggressive courtroom advocacy you will find.
Skilled Defense for Serious Crimes
If you have been charged with a serious crime such as rape, murder or kidnapping, you are certainly free to hire whomever you want to act as your lawyer. However, if you or a family member is currently facing criminal charges, consider this:
- A criminal prosecution can have both immediate and long-lasting consequences that can be devastating. Hire an attorney who will fight for a successful outcome.
- Communication between a lawyer and a client is very important. Your criminal defense is an active process. Defense and prosecution actions are going on every day and you should be fully informed at all times.
- Courtroom experience is critical. There are well-informed attorneys who simply lack the trial experience in important criminal cases. Select someone who has focused on criminal defense for a significant period of time.
- Don't ignore chemistry. You are going to put your future in someone else's hands and spending a great deal of time with them while your defense is being prepared. All else being equal, wouldn't you rather hire someone that is easy to work with and with whom you get along?
Call a Salt Lake City Criminal Defense Attorney You Can Rely On
If you have been charged with a serious crime, contact a defense attorney who will represent you skillfully during plea negotiations and at trial.
