Posting Bail For Dui In Utah
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The recent change in Utah DUI laws means it is easy to get caught out. In March 2017, Utah lowered the DUI limit from 0.08% to 0.05%. It will take effect from December 30, 2018, so please make sure you're apprised of the new law.
Bail Eligibility in Utah Any person who has been charged with a non-capital crime is entitled, in most situations, to bail. Capital crimes are those crimes punishable by death. Most states that have a bail system have their own laws that may impact eligibility.
When charged with your first DUI in Utah, you face the following possible punishments: Mandatory two-day jail term or 48-hours of community service. Potential 180-day prison term. 120-day license suspension.
Utah Bail Fines A first-time DUI offender will likely have their offense graded as a class B misdemeanor. In Utah, the bail for a class B misdemeanor is $680. If a defendant is charged as a three-time offender, the offense will be graded as a class A misdemeanor. The bail amount for a Class A misdemeanor is $1,950.
In general terms, most DUI convictions come with the following common penalties: License suspension. DUI probation. Mandatory DUI class attendance. Fines. Jail time. Eventual restricted license with an ignition interlock device.
Post-conviction bail is usually not available after convictions of serious or violent crimes, but some jurisdictions allow post-conviction bail when a defendant's sentence is shorter than the amount of time that it would likely take to resolve the appeal.
To answer your question, yes, you can bail yourself out of jail. However, most people choose to be bailed out by a loved one using a bail bond company. Either way, the process is the same, whether you or a loved one chooses to bail yourself out.
