Here are some key tools and resources to help when recovering from a DUI. These resources include how to book a PRIME for Life class with a variety of education providers, information about how an Ignition Interlock Device will help prevent another DUI charge, and the average DUI cost. If there are any further questions that have not been answered, don’t hesitate to contact our attorney’s who can answer any questions.
Conviction of a DUI will result in a license suspension of 120 days. For a second DUI charge, licenses will be suspended for a period of 2 years. A license can be reinstated early by contacting a hearing officer, installing an Ignition Interlock Device, by paying the reinstatement fees and by attending a hearing.
The DLD, (Drivers License Division) is the one to issue the license suspension, not the Judge. Because of this, UTCPD cannot discuss license suspension with clients and will direct clients to the DLD if needed. The DLD is happy to assist anyone with trouble regaining a valid license, so feel free to visit them at the address below.
759 N 1370 W St, Orem, UT 84057
For further questions, click here to be directed to the Utah Department of Public Safety or call the local DLD office at 801-965-4437.
PRIME For Life is a 16-hour class that is taught over the course of two days with eight hours of information delivered each of the two days between 9:00 am – 6:00 pm. It is a judgement-free way of understanding how alcohol and drug-related problems develop, what we can do to prevent them, and why sometimes we need help.
The class is broken down into 2 sessions a day, a Saturday morning session, a Saturday afternoon session, a Sunday morning session and Sunday afternoon session. Throughout the class, they teach three learning units: an exploring unit that examines the perception of personal risk, a reflecting unit which illustrates the progression toward addiction and allows each participant to assess where they might be on that path, and a protecting unit, which guides preparation for personal change. Each participant will receive an electronic booklet upon arrival, making the necessary information easily accessible at all times.
– These sessions will cost roughly around $240 in total and are taught in person as well as online to make the course more accessible.
– At the end of the class, Sunday afternoon, the instructors will meet with each individual to ensure they have done what they can to help and gain feedback.
– Finally, they then send a certificate of successful completion to each participant to prove they have completed the course.
To book a class or answer any questions, click here to be directed to UtahDUIClasses.com
An Ignition Interlock Device is a device similar to a breathalyzer in the way that it samples one’s breath for any traces of alcohol; however, it prevents the motor vehicle it is attached to from starting if any alcohol is found. The state does this to prevent driving under the influence from happening again. If a defendant is convicted of a DUI, an Ignition Interlock Device will be installed into their vehicle of choice.
Below we have provided a helpful resource that allows each defendant the ability to efficiently find a professional installer at a great rate.
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If you have any questions relating to this issue, below is a link to the Utah Department of Public Safety who has more information on the subject.
If charged with driving under the influence, a jail term of 2 days or 48 hours of community service is required, but varying factors may influence jail time including past offenses, public disturbances, and the judges assessment of the case. As the number of charges increase, so may the jail time.
For further questions, contact your attorney.
DUI fines may vary depending on the situation, but the minimum fine for a first conviction of a DUI is around $1295. As the number of DUIs increase, so do the fines.
There are ways to get a DUI charge reduced, which would, in turn, reduce the fines. Getting a DUI charge reduced could mean avoiding a DUI charge on the defendants record, reducing charges, or even dismissing the case altogether. This is more likely to happen if the defendant has no previous DUI charges, if their BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) was close to the legal limit, and if no one was hurt while driving under the influence. There is no guarantee that charges will be dropped, but discuss with your attorney about the possibility.
If there are any questions, don’t hesitate to ask our attorney’s or click here to be directed to a credible source.