What should I do if I receive a DUI citation?
Receiving a citation for DUI in Utah actually begins two separate cases
against you. One case is dealt with through the criminal
court
system. The other case is civil in nature, and can result in
the
suspension of your driver license for 120 days. Both cases
are
important, and both require that you take appropriate actions.
A
Utah
DUI citation initiates a civil case with the
Utah
Driver License Division.
In order to protect your license, you must make a formal
request
for a hearing with the driver license division within 10 days of the
date you receive your DUI citation. If you fail to request a
hearing with the Driver License Division or fail to appear at the
hearing when it is scheduled, your driver license will automatically be
suspended for 120 days. Participation in your driver license
hearing can also give your attorney an important opportunity to
cross-examine the police officer involved in the case regarding your
arrest, field sobriety tests, Fourth Amendment issues, and more.
In some cases, the hearing at the Driver License Division can help
lay
the groundwork for a successful defense in the criminal case.
In
addition to contacting the Driver License Division to request a
hearing, it is also critical to contact the court to schedule a court
appearance in the criminal case. Typically, when you receive
a
criminal citation in Utah, you are required to contact the court within
5 to 14 days of the date the citation is issued. If you fail
to
contact the court within this time period, an arrest warrant will
likely be issued.
If you have received a DUI
citation or are facing other criminal charges in Utah, choosing the
right criminal defense attorney can make all the difference in the
outcome of your case. As an experienced
criminal defense attorney in Utah,
Stephen Howard's
track record
speaks for itself.
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