Las Vegas Driving Under the Influence
To be convicted, a prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt the following occurred:
- You drove or were in actual physical control of a motor vehicle
- You were on a highway or premises to which the public has access
- You drove while under the influence of intoxicating liquor
- You had a concentration of alcohol of 0.08 or more within two hours after driving, or being in actual physical control of a motor vehicle; and/or controlled substance.
If you are convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or a controlled substance, the following penalties may occur.
First Offense
- 2 days up to 6 months in jail, or
- 48 to 96 hours of community service
- A minimum fine of $400, up to a maximum of $1,175
- Suspension of your Driver's license for 90 days.
- Fees paid to the Court
- Pay for and attend DUI school
- Pay for and attend the Victim Impact Panel
- $35 penalty to the Department of Motor Vehicles
- A program of treatment for the abuse of alcohol or drugs
Second Offense
- 10 days to 6 months in jail
- 100 to 200 hours of community service
- A minimum fine of $675 up to $1,175
- Suspension of Driver's license for 1 year
- A program of treatment for the abuse of alcohol or drugs
- Breath Interlock device from 6 to 12 months
- Pay for and attend the Victim Impact Panel
- $35 penalty to the Department of Motor Vehicles
Third Offense
A conviction of three or more offenses within 7 years of the date of the first arrest becomes a FELONY.
- A minimum of 1 to 6 years in the State Prison
- A minimum fine of $2,085 up to $5,085
- Breath Interlock device from 12 to 36 months from release from prison
- Pay for and attend the Victim Impact Panel
- $35 penalty to the Department of Motor Vehicles
Accidents that result in death or substantial bodily harm
If you are convicted of a drunk driving offence in which an accident occurred that resulted in the death or substantial bodily harm to another person, it is a FELONY conviction, even if it is your first offense.
- A minimum of 2 years and a maximum of 20 years in prison.
- A minimum fine of $2,000 up to a maximum of $5,000.
If you or anyone you care about has been arrested or will soon be arrested for DUI, contact Pat McDonald immediately at 702.280.7715 or pat@lvbestdefense.com.
