Cliff Venable

Cliff Venable has spent his entire legal career successfully representing people accused of crimes in Salt Lake County and the surrounding area. His career is built on exceptional criminal defense in the most complicated and routine cases. Cliff has successfully defended clients charged with everything from murder to possession of narcotics and he has a reputation in the community as an exceptional trial lawyer

Every criminal case presents different issues, and your case will be handled by Cliff as his top priority. He listens and asks probing questions to develop the best legal strategy for your defense. Cliff has the experience and personal attention to achieve positive results while keeping you informed during the life of the case. Clients at Salt City Defense feel confident knowing they have hired a respected, experienced and skilled criminal defense attorney.

North Carolina Central University

J.D. (2010) | Law

2007 - 2010

Honors: Magna Cum Laude

North Carolina State University

B.S. (2004) | Psychology

2001 - 2004

Honors: Cum Laude

Founder/ Trial Attorney

Salt City Defense

2022 - Current

Cliff Venable has spent his entire legal career successfully representing people accused of crimes in Salt Lake County and the surrounding area. His career is built on exceptional criminal defense in the most complicated and routine cases. Cliff has successfully defended clients charged with everything from murder to possession of narcotics and he has a reputation in the community as an exceptional trial lawyer Every criminal case presents different issues, and your case will be handled by Cliff as his top priority. He listens and asks probing questions to develop the best legal strategy for your defense. Cliff has the experience and personal attention to achieve positive results while keeping you informed during the life of the case. Clients at Salt City Defense feel confident knowing they have hired a respected, experienced and skilled criminal defense attorney.

Trial Attorney

Fowler Venable Law

2019 - 2021

Cliff has effectively and zealously defended thousands of clients facing misdemeanor and felony level offenses and has built a reputation on his dynamic trial skills. He is a founding partner of Fowler Venable Law and his practice spans any and all criminal accusations. Call or text today-919.744.6471

Trial Attorney

Salt Lake Legal Defender

2010 - 2019

Graduate of the National Criminal Defense College

NCDC

Top 40 Under 40

The National Trial Lawyers

2019

Utah State Bar  # 13391

Member

Current

Utah

Since 2010

10th Circuit

Since 2010

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Q. Can a judge grant you an early dismissal with a Plea and Abeyance?

August 8, 2022

A: Yes.

Q. was charged with possession 58-37-8(2)(D) and use or possession 58-37A-5(1) both misdemeanors. in SLC,UT what to expect?

December 16, 2020

A: Both of these charges have a maximum punishment of 180 days in jail, but you should not expect jail time. If you are convicted you should expect to lose your license for 6 months and to be ordered to do a substance abuse assessment and treatment. You should talk to an attorney about possible motions to suppress, trial defenses and ways to avoid the collateral consequences of a conviction.

Q. How much does a Lawyer usually cost for Drug offenses?

February 19, 2020

A: I agree with Mr. Cramer and Mr. Branum. I would also point out that it depends on the type of crime and level of offense. If you are charged in Federal Court with distribution then the cost is very different from being in possession of marijuana. Call a few attorneys and ask under your specific circumstances what the cost would be.