Utah DUI defense that actually fights.

Stop talking to anyone except an attorney. Call a DUI lawyer immediately — even before you go home, if possible. The 10-day clock for your DLD hearing has already started, and any statements to family or friends are not privileged. Document what you remember about the stop, the officer's instructions, and the tests, while it's fresh.

Yes, in many cases. Utah Code § 41-6a-502.5 allows a DUI to be pleaded to "impaired driving," which carries lesser collateral consequences — particularly for license suspension and ignition interlock. Whether this is available depends on your BAC, driving history, and the specific facts. We negotiate this reduction whenever the evidence supports it.

Not automatically — but only if you act fast. The DLD will suspend your license unless you request an administrative hearing within 10 calendar days of your arrest. This is a separate proceeding from the criminal case. Even if you ultimately lose at the DLD, the hearing creates a sworn record of the officer's testimony that can be invaluable in the criminal case.

Utah's implied consent law (§ 41-6a-520) means refusal triggers an automatic 18-month license suspension on a first refusal — longer on subsequent refusals. However, refusal also denies the prosecution a key piece of evidence, which often makes the criminal case harder to prove. Whether refusal helped or hurt depends entirely on the rest of the evidence, and we examine that closely.

Yes — and this is often the most consequential aspect of a DUI. Commercial drivers face CDL disqualification. Healthcare workers, teachers, and other licensed professionals face board reporting requirements. Federal employees and security clearance holders face additional scrutiny. We work with you to minimize these collateral consequences from the start of the case, not after the fact.

Fees vary based on complexity. A first-offense DUI that resolves at plea is significantly less than a felony DUI that goes to trial. We're transparent about fees from the first call, and many cases are handled on a flat-fee basis so you know your maximum cost up front. The first consultation is always free — call to discuss your case and we'll give you a realistic range.