DUI Metabolite
Fight back against your metabolite DUI charge in Utah
In Utah, you can be charged with a metabolite DUI even if you did not drink alcohol or take drugs before getting behind the wheel. This charge is given to drivers with any measurable amount of a controlled substance in their system while driving, regardless of whether the driver was under the influence while operating the vehicle. All it takes is one police officer’s subjective opinion that you were driving impaired to lose your license and potentially go to jail.
The Law Office of Harold W. Stone, III knows how fundamentally unfair this can be, and is dedicated to providing aggressive defense for clients throughout Utah charged with metabolite DUI.
What you need to know about metabolite DUI
The conviction rate for this charge is extremely high because the prosecution only has to prove two elements at trial:
- You were driving your vehicle
- Your body contained a controlled substance metabolite
A metabolite is the by-product left by a controlled substance after use. Although certain drugs remain in your system for only a few hours, THC metabolites can remain for weeks or months after use. Even if you have not used marijuana for weeks, THC metabolites can be traced in chemical testing and used to convict you for DUI. In addition, many of the “controlled substances” that can result in a DUI are often not illegal drugs, but rather legally taken over-the-counter and prescription drugs.
Metabolite DUI attorney dedicated to his clients
Our Salt Lake City criminal law firm believes that you should not be punished for your past behavior, or for trying to get relief from health problems. Metabolite DUI is among the toughest charges to beat, and the only statutory defenses to this crime are that the substance was:
- Not voluntarily ingested
- Prescribed by a practitioner for your use
- Otherwise legally ingested
Attorney Harold Stone uses his extensive experience in criminal defense to challenge the reliability of the chemical tests used to charge you, and diligently searches for any technical and procedural errors to free you of these outrageous charges.
Charged with metabolite DUI? Get the relief you need today
From its location in Midvale, the Law Office of Harold W. Stone, III represents clients charged with metabolite DUI throughout Utah. Call today at 1-801-913-7055, or contact the firm online to schedule your initial consultation.
