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Utah Criminal Law Blog — Page 4
Plain-English answers from Utah criminal defense attorney Jake Gunter about charges, courts, DUI, expungements, and what happens next.
Careless Driving Is No Longer a Misdemeanor in Utah: What Provo & Orem Drivers Need to Know
Utah's careless driving law (H.B. 24) downgraded the offense from a misdemeanor to an infraction. Learn what this means for Provo and Orem drivers.
Read article4 Common Divided Attention Tests Used in Utah DUI Investigations
Learn the most common divided attention tests used in Utah DUI investigations, including Walk-and-Turn, One-Leg Stand, and Romberg tests, and how they affect DUI defense…
Read article8 Medical Conditions That Can Be Mistaken for DUI Impairment in Utah
Many medical conditions can mimic DUI impairment, including diabetes, stroke, fatigue, and head injuries. Learn how these conditions affect DUI investigations and…
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The Finger-to-Nose Test: A Non-Standardized Field Sobriety Test in Utah DUI Investigations
Learn how the Finger-to-Nose test is used in Utah DUI drug investigations. Understand its reliability, how it's performed, and your legal rights.
Read articleLoss of Convergence DUI Utah: Understanding This Drug-Impairment Eye Test
Learn how the Loss of Convergence DUI test is used by Utah police to detect drug impairment. Understand how the eye test works and how it can be challenged in court.
Read articleUtah DUI Investigations: 3 Critical Phases Every Driver Should Know
Learn the 3 phases of Utah DUI investigations including vehicle in motion, personal contact, and pre-arrest screening. Understand your rights and legal defenses.
Read articleKnow Your Limit: How the New Utah 0.05% BAC Calculator Protects Provo Drivers
Use our interactive Provo BAC calculator to estimate your blood alcohol level under Utah’s strict 0.05% law. Stay informed and protect your rights with Provo Criminal…
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Navigating Contested Criminal Expungements: What You Need to Know
Learn what a contested expungement is, the legal standards involved, and why having a lawyer is vital for clearing your criminal record.
Read articleUtah County DUI Timeline | Informational Video
Want to learn more about the typical Utah County DUI timeline? Video published here!
Read articleSex Offender Registry Utah: Title 53, Chapter 29
Utah's Sex Offender Registry Law moved to Title 53, Chapter 29 on May 7, 2025. Learn how these changes affect registration duration, removal, and legal defense with…
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