District Attorney's Office
Drug Team
The Drug Team prosecutes felony cases involving drugs in Salt Lake County. Drug Team prosecutors ensure the safety of our community by holding offenders accountable while addressing the addictions motivating criminal behavior. As a result, drug offenders are not only punished, but are rehabilitated with the hope that they will avoid committing crime in the future.  

The Drug Team prosecutes a wide variety of cases ranging from drug possession and distribution to drug manufacture and child endangerment. Prosecuting such varying case types makes finding appropriate rehabilitative options a challenge. From jail time to drug court and treatment programs, there are many options available to deter people from committing drug crimes. Drug Team prosecutors proficiently consider the facts of each case to determine the best treatment option to rehabilitate offenders.