DUI Matrix and DUI Statutory Overview 2025

Utah DUI Penalties & Consequences (2025)

Overview of Utah DUI Sentencing Laws

Current as of May 2025

This guide summarizes the potential criminal penalties, license consequences, ignition interlock requirements, and court-ordered conditions for DUI offenses in Utah. The information below is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice.

Misdemeanor DUI Penalties

First DUI Conviction

Category	Penalty
Classification	Class B Misdemeanor
Jail	Minimum 2 days jail OR 48 hours compensatory service
Fine	$700 minimum fine + surcharge + court security fee
Screening / Education	Screening required; assessment and education series may be ordered
Probation	Court may order supervised probation
Ignition Interlock	Often required unless court waives on the record
License Suspension	120-day suspension for drivers 21+
Additional Conditions	Court may order treatment, electronic monitoring, or alcohol monitoring

Extreme DUI (First Offense)

Applies when:

BAC is .16 or higher
BAC is .05 or higher with any measurable controlled substance
Combination of multiple controlled substances

Category	Penalty
Classification	Class B or Class A Misdemeanor depending on circumstances
Jail	Minimum 5 days jail OR 2 days jail + 30 days home confinement
Fine	$800 minimum fine + surcharge + court security fee
Screening / Education	Mandatory screening and assessment
Probation	Court may order supervised probation
Ignition Interlock	Typically required
Additional Conditions	Home confinement, treatment, and alcohol monitoring may be ordered

Second DUI Within 10 Years

Category	Penalty
Classification	Class A Misdemeanor
Jail	Minimum 10 days jail OR 5 days jail + 30 days home confinement
Fine	Increased mandatory fines and surcharges
Probation	Supervised probation required
Treatment	Screening, assessment, and treatment commonly ordered
Ignition Interlock	Required in most cases
License Suspension	Up to 2 years

Second Extreme DUI Within 10 Years

Category	Penalty
Classification	Class A Misdemeanor
Jail	Minimum 20 days jail OR 10 days jail + 60 days home confinement
Fine	Increased fines and surcharges
Probation	Supervised probation required
Treatment	Substance abuse treatment often mandatory
Ignition Interlock	Typically required
Additional Conditions	Alcohol monitoring and electronic supervision may apply

Felony DUI Penalties

Third DUI or Prior Felony DUI

A DUI becomes a felony when:

It is a third DUI within 10 years, or
The driver has a prior felony DUI conviction

Category	Penalty
Classification	Third Degree Felony
Prison	0–5 years prison possible
Alternative Sentence	60 days jail + 60 days electronic home confinement
Fine	$1,500 minimum fine plus surcharge
Treatment	Screening, assessment, and treatment required
Probation	Supervised probation required if prison not imposed
Ignition Interlock	Required in most cases

Felony Extreme DUI

Category	Penalty
Classification	Third Degree Felony
Prison	0–5 years prison possible
Alternative Sentence	120 days jail + 120 days home confinement
Fine	$1,500 minimum fine plus surcharge
Treatment	Mandatory screening and treatment
Ignition Interlock	Required

Driver License Consequences

DUI Conviction Suspension Periods

Offense	Suspension Period
First DUI (21+)	120 days
Second DUI	2 years
Refusal of Chemical Test (First Offense)	18 months
Refusal of Chemical Test (Second Offense)	36 months
Under 21 DUI	Until age 21 in some cases

Ignition Interlock Requirements

Utah law frequently requires installation of an ignition interlock device after a DUI conviction.

Typical Interlock Periods

Offense	Interlock Restriction
First DUI	18 months
Under 21 DUI	3 years
Second DUI	3 years
Felony DUI	6 years
Automobile Homicide	10 years

Alcohol Restricted Driver (ARD) Status

Drivers placed on ARD status:

May not drive with any measurable alcohol in their body
Face additional criminal penalties for violations

ARD Restriction Lengths

Offense	Restriction
First DUI	2 years
Class A DUI	5 years
Second DUI	10 years
Felony DUI	Lifetime

Additional Court-Ordered Conditions

Courts may also order:

Substance abuse treatment
Educational courses
Supervised probation
Electronic home confinement
Continuous alcohol monitoring
Community service
24/7 sobriety program participation

Important Notes

Penalties may increase if a child passenger was present.
Judges have discretion in some sentencing decisions.
Every DUI case is different and outcomes vary based on criminal history, BAC level, accident involvement, and other factors.
This overview does not replace the Utah Code or legal advice from a licensed attorney.

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If you are facing DUI charges in Utah, it is important to understand both the criminal and driver license consequences immediately. Early intervention can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.