Sim Gill
Listed for this office by the Salt Lake County Clerk. The clerk's document is named and linked on the Salt Lake County page.
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Sim Gill faces Kent Davis in 2026 Salt Lake County district attorney race
Salt Lake County district attorney 2026 election guide: Sim Gill faces off against Kent Davis Gill has held the position for nearly 16 years, while Davis says he hopes to bring a fresh perspective to the office. (Campaign photos) Kent Davis, left, and Sim Gill, candidates for the 2026 Salt Lake County district attorney election.
Salt Lake County DA Urges Uniformity in Utah Domestic Violence Investigations
Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill is calling on Utah lawmakers to pass legislation that would establish a uniform baseline for domestic violence investigations across the state. The request was made during an event held to raise awareness about domestic violence in Salt Lake County.
Judge Sentences Man to Life for 1993 Cold Case Murder
James Wallace Petersen III has been sentenced to five years to life for the 1993 murder of T.M. According to a September 21 statement from Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill, the sentencing follows a guilty plea entered on July 27, 2026.
No Charges Filed in West Jordan Officer-Involved Shooting
Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill announced on Sept. 4, 2026, that no criminal charges will be filed against officers involved in a Sept. 2, 2025, West Jordan shooting that killed 26-year-old Elhelbay Adam Idrees. The decision followed a review of officer and civilian statements regarding the incident.
Man charged with hate crime after alleged threats to kill intended victim, family over sexual orientation
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Sept. 4, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill has announced hate crime enhanced charges against an 18-year-old man accused of threatening to kill another man and his family because of the alleged victim’s sexual orientation.
SLCo DA clears West Jordan officers after 2025 fatal shooting of armed suspect
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Sept. 4, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill on Friday ruled the nine officers who fired shots that killed an armed man who was raising his rifle after a five-hour standoff will not be prosecuted.
Damyen Vainuku Charged with Threats and Penalty Enhancements for Alleged Victim Targeting
Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill announced the filing of charges against Damyen Vainuku involving alleged threats to kill an individual and their family due to the victim's sexual orientation. The charges include several counts with victim targeting penalty enhancements.
Woman sentenced for 2024 murder of boyfriend in Taylorsville
TAYLORSVILLE, Utah, July 21, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Ariana Aguilar, convicted of the 2024 death of her boyfriend, Jorge Llamas, has been sentenced to 17 years to life in prison. Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill announced Tuesday that a Third District Court judge sentenced Ariana Aguilar to the following: On Oct.
District Attorney Files Attempted Murder Charges for July Mall Attack
Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill announced attempted aggravated murder charges related to an alleged July 13 attack at Valley Fair Mall. The announcement follows a period of legal activity involving the prosecution of violent offenses within West Valley City.
Three Utah Officers Invoke Fifth Amendment in Use-of-Force Investigations
Three Utah police officers have invoked their Fifth Amendment rights during use-of-force investigations conducted by Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill this year. Officials suggest this trend may be a response to rising public criticism of law enforcement.
Salt Lake County Attorney Issues Statement on Death of Nicholas Rossi
Salt Lake County Attorney Sim Gill released a statement regarding the death of Nicholas Rossi, a convicted sex offender. Rossi was serving a sentence of five years to life at the Utah State Correctional Facility.
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