Administrative Law

Internal Investigations, Discipline, and Licensing — Handled by People Who've Worn the Badge.

Administrative cases can end a career even when no charge is ever filed. Many of our attorneys are current or former officers, and we defend Utah first responders and licensed professionals through every stage of the process.

Internal affairs and Garrity interviews
Career service and merit commission appeals
POST certification proceedings
Professional licensing defense

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What does a Utah administrative and disciplinary matters attorney do for your case?

Where we practice: All Utah courts, statewide
Consultation: Free and confidential
Office: 1085 W 9000 S, Suite #300, West Jordan, UT
Phone: (385) 275-6812

Written by Bret Rawson, Founding Partner · J.D., Utah State BarLegally reviewed by Nate NelsonPublished January 15, 2025 · Last reviewed July 15, 2026

Before the interview, not after

The single biggest mistake is giving a statement without counsel. We review the notice, prepare you, attend the interview, and make a record of procedural violations as they happen.

Appeals and judicial review

If discipline is imposed, we take it up — through the agency's appeal process, the relevant commission, and district court review when necessary.

Time matters. Don't wait to call.

Evidence disappears, witnesses move, and statutes of limitation start ticking the moment something goes wrong. Talk to a Utah attorney today.

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Sources and Utah legal authority

1.Utah State Bar — Licensed attorney directoryUtah State Bar
2.Utah State Courts — Find a courtUtah State Courts

This page is general information about Utah law, not legal advice. Statutes and court rules change; confirm current text at the linked source or speak with a licensed Utah attorney about your situation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an administrative or internal affairs case?

It's the employer's own investigation and discipline process — separate from any criminal case. The rules, timelines, and rights are different, and statements you give can follow you into court.

Do I have a right to representation in an IA interview?

In most cases yes. Contact us before the interview so we can review the notice, the allegations, and your Garrity protections.

Can discipline be appealed?

Yes — through career service councils, merit commissions, POST proceedings, and judicial review. Deadlines are short, so call early.

Where We Handle These Cases

Administrative and disciplinary matters across Utah

Nelson Jones handles administrative and disciplinary matters from our West Jordan office and in courthouses statewide. Choose your community below for local detail, or call (385) 275-6812 for a free, confidential review.

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Nelson Jones Legal represents Utahns in administrative and disciplinary matters from the Wasatch Front to Washington County. Our roots are here, our team lives here, and our courtrooms are the same ones you drive past on your way to work. When you hire us, you hire neighbors who know the local judges, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsel — and who treat your case with the seriousness it deserves.

We proudly serve clients across West Jordan, Salt Lake City, St. George, Sandy, Draper, Riverton, Herriman, Ogden, Provo, Layton, Davis County, Utah County, and Washington County. Whether you live in a small Davis County neighborhood or run a business along the St. George corridor, our attorneys travel to you when it matters and stand beside you in every courtroom we enter.