Although most DUI cases involve traditional vehicles, there are rare cases involving a bicycle DUI in Utah. There is considerable confusion with Utah's DUI laws and how they pertain to cyclists. Cyclists are required to obey the same traffic laws as vehicles but according to U.C.A. § 41-6a-1102, a person operating a nonmotorized bicycle or a vehicle or device propelled by human power is not subject to the penalties related to operator licenses under alcohol and drug-related traffic offenses. Even though it is highly unlikely you will get a bicycle DUI, riding your bicycle while you are intoxicated can result in harm to yourself or others as well as other criminal charges including public intoxication. If you have been arrested for a vehicle or bicycle DUI, contact Branson West Law for a free case review.
