Utah Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

• Q: What Is The Law On The Use Of Radar?
  A: When RADAR, aircraft, or photo RADAR is used for speed enforcement, warning signs should be posted at state borders and at city limits.
• Q: What Are Some Rules Unique To Utah?
  A: Vehicles traveling in a left lane, upon the approach of an overtaking vehicle in the same lane, must give way and move to the right lane.
• Q: What Are Some Other Regulations?
  A: Open intoxicants are prohibited in the vehicle. Unloaded firearms are permitted in the vehicle if in plain view and inaccessible. Handguns must be in a container. … More
• Q: What Happens After A Dui Arrest In Utah?
  A: Motor Vehicle Hearing: To preserve your right to drive in Utah, you must request a hearing within 10 days after your license has been taken from you by an officer … More
• Q: Will I Be Able To Get My Case Dismissed Because I Was Not Read My Rights?
  A: Probably not. But if you were interrogated after being placed in custody, your statements cannot be used against you.
• Q: Will I Go To Jail?
  A: An experienced attorney may be able to keep you out.
• Q: I Had Two Alcohol Offenses When I Was Younger. What Will Happen To My License If I Have A Third Conviction?
  A: Your license will be automatically revoked for two years.
• Q: How Many Hours Of Alcohol Classes Will I Have To Take?
  A: Plan on at least 24­48 hours, one two hour session per week. The higher your BAC, the more hours you will have to take.
• Q: What Will Happen If I Do Not Complete The Classes Or Public Service Ordered By The Court?
  A: You will go to jail.
• Q: I Lost My Utah License. May I Obtain A License In Another State?
  A: In most cases, no.
• Q: If I Obtain An International Driver's License, May I Drive In Utah, Even Though My Utah License Is Revoked?
  A: No.