DUI Penalties in Nevada

DUI Attorney in Las Vegas, NV

There are numerous criminal penalties associated with a DUI conviction in Nevada. Specific penalties that a defendant may deal with will vary depending on the jurisdiction.

The sentencing can be significantly increased when aggravating factors such as the following are involved:

• The defendant's blood alcohol concentration
• Whether the defendant caused an auto accident that resulted in injury or death
• Whether the defendant has any prior DUI convictions on his or her record
• Whether a minor under 15 was in the vehicle

What Can I Expect from a Conviction?

Some of the general penalties one may face in the wake of a DUI conviction include:

• Imprisonment
• Heavy fines
• Court fees
• Mandatory DUI School
• Probation
• Community service

Even a first time offender may face imprisonment for 2 days up to 6 months in jail, fines up to $1,000, in addition to other costs, DUI school, a breath interlock device or educational programs. After a first conviction, each additional offense will result in higher consequences.

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A defense attorney can seek rehabilitation and treatment in lieu of imprisonment, but this will be addressed on a case-by-case basis by the court. The court may award alternative sentencing if the offender:

• Pays for treatment
• Is diagnosed as an alcoholic
• Is diagnosed as an abuser of drugs
• Serves 1 day in jail
• Performs 24 horus of community service

In order to have the greatest opportunity of avoiding the many varied penalties which may result from a Nevada DUI conviction, it is important to work with an attorney who is familiar with DUI charges in your area in particular. As a Las Vegas DUI attorney myself, I understand the important role that I will play if I represent your interests and protect your rights in your DUI case. I am fully committed to my clients and to helping them avoid imprisonment and other serious penalties.