Utah DUI
Defense

Most DUI cases are won or lost in the days after the arrest — not in court. Not taking the charge seriously, waiting too long to hire an attorney, accepting the first plea offer, talking to the wrong people. Learn the 10 most common — and most costly — mistakes and exactly how to avoid each one.

A complete breakdown of mandatory minimums, fines, license suspension periods, ignition interlock requirements, and Alcohol Restricted Driver status for every level of DUI offense — from first-offense Class B Misdemeanor through Felony DUI. Current as of May 2025.

Utah has the strictest BAC limit in the nation at .05%. This page explains every constitutional right you have from the moment of arrest through trial and appeal — including the right to silence, the right to counsel, the presumption of innocence, and the right to a jury trial.

Eight specific steps to fight the administrative suspension of your license — including direct links to the official DLD hearing request form. Driving after suspension carries mandatory 30-day jail minimums and a possible $10,000 bond. This page tells you exactly what to do and why it matters.

Mandatory minimums are the floor — not the outcome. This page explains the Ignition Interlock Restricted Driver program and the 24/7 Sobriety Program in detail, including who qualifies, what each requires, and how the right attorney uses them to keep you driving and out of jail.

Piloted in Weber County and authorized statewide in 2021, the 24/7 Sobriety Program allows qualifying defendants to avoid jail and keep their licenses by proving sobriety twice daily. 99.5% compliance rate. This page explains exactly how it works, who qualifies, and what happens if you fail.

The DLD hearing is a rare opportunity to cross-examine the arresting officer under oath before the criminal trial even begins. Glen W. Neeley uses it as strategic intelligence-gathering for the criminal defense. This page explains the process, what to expect, and why it matters beyond just your license.

A concise, printable guide to exactly what you should and should not do during a Utah DUI traffic stop. Covers your right to silence, what documents to produce, why to refuse field sobriety tests and the roadside PBT, and the critical distinction between the voluntary roadside test and the official chemical test.

From writing down everything you remember right now, to photographing the scene, to locking down your social media — seven specific actions you should take immediately after a DUI arrest. The evidence you preserve today could be the defense that matters in court six months from now.

What the DA doesn’t want you to know. The 7 elements the prosecution must prove to convict you. The 4 preliminary motions that must be filed — and what you lose if they aren’t. The 5 requirements that must be met for chemical tests to be valid. 12 categories of critical information organized for quick reference.

Twenty specific, documented police errors organized into four categories: unlawful stops, field sobriety test failures, chemical test and equipment failures, and arrest and constitutional violations. Each mistake is explained with the legal standard required and the potential outcome if successfully challenged in court.

What defense tactics actually look like in practice. Two detailed case studies from Glen’s own practice — including a Not Guilty verdict returned in under an hour, and a felony case dismissed when the prosecution couldn’t certify that their own Intoxilyzer was working. Never give up.

Not all DUI attorneys are equal. This page walks through the ten most important questions — and answers each one from Glen Neeley’s perspective. How often does he go to trial? Will he personally handle your case? Does he understand the science? The answers reveal everything about who you’re trusting with your future.

For non-citizens, a DUI arrest can trigger consequences far beyond fines and jail — including visa revocation, green card jeopardy, DACA disqualification, and deportation. Covers H.R. 875 (passed the House June 2025), the Laken Riley Act, and why non-citizens need both a DUI attorney and an immigration attorney from day one.

When a foreign license is valid in Utah, when it is not, and what happens to your driving privilege after a DUI arrest. Includes a critical warning about fraudulent “International Driver’s Licenses” sold online — possession of which can result in felony charges entirely separate from the DUI itself.

Glen has authored two published books on Utah DUI law. The Utah DUI Survival Guide is available free to the public (you pay shipping only) — email glen@utah-dui.com with subject line “FREE UTAH DUI Book.” Utah DUI Defense: The Law and Practice is a comprehensive legal reference for attorneys.

Watch Glen explain Utah DUI law, your rights at a traffic stop, and defense strategies in plain language — directly from a specialist who has practiced this area exclusively since 1998. Three videos available on-site with more on Glen’s YouTube channel.

Glen regularly publishes analysis of new Utah DUI cases, legislative changes, and developments in DUI defense science on his blog at utahduilawblog.com. Recent posts cover the July 2025 law changes and the State v. Montgomery breath test admissibility ruling.

Every DUI case has unique facts. Every set of facts has potential defenses. Glen W. Neeley reviews the specific details of your case and gives you an honest assessment of your options — no pressure, no obligation. Call, email, or use the contact form. Available around the clock.