Traffic Crimes

Most traffic offenses are classified as infractions (no imprisonment, and fines up to $750) or class C misdemeanors (maximum imprisonment of 90 days and fines up to $750). Some traffic offenses, such as drunk driving, are classified as more serious offenses which have penalties such as longer terms of imprisonment and higher fines.

Attorney for Traffic Crimes in Salt Lake City, UT

The attorneys at Brown, Bradshaw & Moffat, LLP, help clients charged with traffic crimes throughout Salt Lake City, Utah, and the surrounding areas. Call us to find out what you need to do right now to protect your criminal record and your driving privileges.

Call (801) 532-5297 today.

Additional Information about Utah Traffic Crimes

• Types of Traffic Crimes in Utah
• The Point System for Traffic Offenses in Utah

Types of Traffic Crimes in Utah

Utah law provides for a wide variety of felony and misdemeanor traffic offenses including the following:

• Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
• Reckless Driving
• Hit and Run / Leaving the Scene of an Accident
• No Alcohol Conditional License Violations
• Driving While License Suspended or Revoked
• Failing to Stop at the Command of a Law Enforcement Officer
  

The Point System for Traffic Offenses in Utah

According to the Utah Department of Public Safety, there are two point systems: a provisional point system for drivers under 21 and an adult point system for drivers 21 and older.  

Provisional Point System

A driver under 21 years of age, who accumulates 70 or more points in three (3) years, may be suspended or denied for one (1) month to a year, depending upon the severity of the record.

Adult Point System

A driver 21 years of age or older, who accumulates 200 or more points in three (3) years, may be suspended for three (3) months to a year, depending upon the severity of the record.

Below are examples of the points added by certain convictions. 

• Reckless Driving - 80 points
• Speeding (depending on severity) - 35–75 points
• Failure to Yield Right-of-Way - 60 points
• Following Too Closely - 60 points
• Wrong Side of Road - 60 points
• Red Light - 50 points
• Stop Sign - 50 points
• Improper Lookout - 50 points
• Negligent Collision - 50 points
• Other Moving Violations - 40 points

But the good news is, points are removed as you drive without accumulating any more violations. As it says on the DPS website, when you drive one full year without a moving violation conviction, half the points acquired will be removed. If you drive two successive years without a conviction, all points will be removed. 

Finding an Attorney for Traffic Crimes in Salt Lake City, Utah

After an arrest for a criminal traffic offense in Utah, you should discuss your case with an experienced attorney for these types of cases. We represent clients on a wide range of criminal offenses committed in a motor vehicle or on the roadway. The knowledgeable criminal defense lawyers at Brown, Bradshaw & Moffat are ready to assist you.

Call (801) 532-5297 to discuss your case. Let us put our experience to work for you.

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