Looking for a Nevada DUI lawyer? MyDUIAttorney can help you find one

Like in other states of America, DUI is considered a criminal offense in the state of Nevada, and can have long lasting consequences on the future of anyone who has been charged with it. Therefore, it is important for you to hire a qualified DUI lawyer who knows and understands the local DUI laws in Nevada to defend your case. MyDUIAttorney makes it easy for you to find and contact Nevada DUI lawyers and attorneys who concentrate on drunk driving defense.

In Nevada, if anyone is caught driving or being physically responsible of a motor vehicle with BAC (Blood Alcohol Level) of more than 0.08%, he or she is charged for DUI. For commercial drivers, BAC limit is set to 0.04% and anything higher will get the commercial driver arrested for DUI. If found under the influence of any other controlled drug or chemical substance in the test, even then the driver can be charged and convicted for “Driving Under the Influence”.

The punishments, penalties and charges differ from case to case and on the occurrence of the offense. First time offenders get a different conviction than repeat offenders. Similarly, minors under the age of 21 years found with BAC of 0.02% or more will be charged for DUI.

First time Nevada DUI Offenders

First time offenders are fined between $400 up to $1000 and jailed for a minimum of 2 days up to 6 months. This can be probated for 96 hours of community service after an appeal by the defending lawyer. The offenders driving license is suspended for 90 days and he may have to use an ignition interlock device after the license suspension is revoked.

Second Nevada DUI offense in 7 years

A second offense within a period of 7 years is fined between $2000 up to $5000 and jailed for minimum of 10 days up to 6 months. Again, this can be probated for community service or an inpatient treatment program after courts order. The offenders driving license is suspended for 1 year, followed by installation of an ignition interlock device after probation.

Third or subsequent DUI offense in 7 years

A third offense or any subsequent is considered a felony and fined between $2000 up to $5000. The offender is jailed between 1 to 6 years, followed by 3 year license suspension. The offender also has to attend a mandatory minimum 3 years alcohol treatment program.

DUI with minor in vehicle

If a minor under the age of 15 years is found travelling with the offender at the time of arrest, the court can put extra charges and penalties along with the ones defined under the law.

DUI causing injury or death

In case the drunk driver causes physical injury, harm or death, it is considered a felony and fined between $2000 up to $5000, along with minimum 2 years of jail up to 20 years. After release, the drivers license is suspended for 3 years.

To fully understand the penalties associated with a Nevada DUI charge, it is strongly recommended that you consult with a Nevada DUI lawyer that you are most comfortable with and who can knowledgeably represent you throughout your trial and court proceedings.  You can find a Nevada drunk driving attorney by typing in the city of your arrest above or call our 24 hour DUI hotline

Additional resources

• Nevada Department of Motor Vehicle
• Nevada State Bar Association