The legislature is back in session for the 2015 session. SB150 is seeking to tweet the DUI Laws in the State of Utah. The lawmakers are trying to do four things:
The Utah DUI Law Blog
The Utah DUI Law Blog, published by the Law Office of Glen Neeley, focuses on legal issues related to driving under the influence (DUI) in Utah. It covers court rulings and appeals involving DUI charges, including felony enhancements and procedural defenses like preclusion. The blog discusses legislative developments affecting DUI laws, such as changes to plea bargaining, mandatory treatment requirements, ignition interlock device regulations, and sentencing consequences. It also provides information on required DUI-related programs like the Prime for Life class and offers practical advice for individuals navigating DUI cases in Utah courts.
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Utah DUI Prime for Life Class
By Glneeley
If a person is convicted of a DUI or a Driving While Impaired charge, it is statutorily required that the person participate in drug and alcohol treatment by a state certified agency. The class is called the Prime for Life…
Utah DUI HB303 “Slightest Degree” is Dropped for Now
By Glneeley
After many showed up to the committee meeting to oppose this bill, Rep. Perry put the bill on hold for further study.
Here is an interview wherein Rep. Perry tries to clarify that slightest degree is not a not…
2014 Utah DUI Proposed Law Changes–Very Scary
By Glneeley
Yesterday, Rep Lee Perry, proposed changes to the current DUI Law. Right now, there are three ways to violate the Utah DUI Law when it comes to alcohol and drugs. First, you are over an alcohol level of .08 at…
What happens if I get a DUI in Utah, but my license is from out of State?
By Glneeley
If you get a DUI from another state, and have a Utah Drivers License, Utah will suspend your license as if the DUI conviction occurred in Utah. Many states have similar laws. My friend, Evan Levow, from New Jersery,…
I was arrested for DUI in Utah, but the Cops never read me the Miranda rights!
By Glneeley
The Constitution should apply to all equally. A person accused of murder has the exact same rights as someone accused of writing a bad check. This is the way it is supposed to work, but in the real world, it…
Salt Lake City DUI Attorney
By Glneeley
As the New Year approaches for 2014, troopers, sheriffs, unified police, and local city police will be saturating the state in an effort to arrest people for DUI. There is always a big concentration in Salt Lake City. As…
Utah DUI Defense: The Law and Practice, Second Edition
By Glneeley
The Second Edition of Utah DUI Defense: The Law and Practice has just come out. The first edition was released in 2011. The second edition has been updated with the latest case law, statutes, and strategies in defending DUI’s…