Salt Lake City Minor In Possession Lawyers

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Minor In Possession Salt Lake City Defense Attorneys

Along with the fines, Salt Lake City probation, and up to one year in jail, if you are under the age of 18 and are arrested for Salt Lake City DUI or possession of Salt Lake City marijuana or other illegal drugs in Salt Lake City, you'll also be subject to automatic driver's license suspension - whether you were driving or not. This suspension can last one to five years. Salt Lake City Wise Laws offer the skill and dedication to obtain favorable results for clients facing Salt Lake City minor in possession (MIP) charges, as well as other alcohol and drug crimes. We use our extensive experience with the criminal justice system throughout America to protect our clients' rights and preserve their promising futures.

If you or a son or daughter faces Salt Lake City criminal charges for Salt Lake City teenage drinking, teenage driving or Salt Lake City drug crimes, call our.

Salt Lake City Minor in possession of alcohol and drugs

Most Salt Lake City juveniles and parents are not aware of Salt Lake City underage drinking laws and how they apply. In general, any minor can be arrested for Salt Lake City MIP whether they are in actual possession of alcohol or drugs, or not. Anything from the presence of alcohol or a controlled substance in their body, to exhibiting the signs of being under the influence or even being a situation where alcohol is present can result in Salt Lake City MIP charges. MIP (between the ages of 13 and 20) is a gross misdemeanor punishable by:

A $5,000 fine

Up to a year in Salt Lake City jail

Loss of Salt Lake City drivers license for a year or until age 17 on a first offense, and for two years or until age 18 on a second offense

Automatic suspension of Salt Lake City driving privileges for signing even a diversion agreement

A violation of underage drinking laws, a youthful indiscretion such as Salt Lake City drug possession or distribution or any arrest of a minor can also impact admission to college, qualifying for financial aid, or finding a job or place to live. Multiple offenses, or more serious charges such as Salt Lake City vehicular homicide involving alcohol can result in felony charges and even worse consequences such as lengthy prison terms.

We help prevent bad choices from ruining young lives

If you or a Salt Lake City teenager makes a mistake or ends up in the wrong place at the wrong time, don't make matters worse! Obtain the services of an experienced minor in possession Salt Lake City attorney and protect your future.