If you’ve been arrested for DUI, you probably have a million questions right now. Before all else, there is important information that you need to be aware of right now. Being properly informed gives you a much better chance of saving your license:
*Contact an attorney immediately. If you plan on using representation, you must call him as soon as possible after your arrest to improve your chances of success.
*If you did a breathalyzer test, you have SEVEN DAYS to contact the DMV to request a hearing. You should have received a temporary license at the time of your arrest and upon completion of the breathalyzer test. This license is valid for 7 days only, during which you or your attorney must contact the DMV to request a DMV Hearing. This DMV request will allow you to continue driving until the DMV Hearing is completed and the Administrative Law Judge has made a decision regarding the suspension of your driving privileges.
*If you were given a blood test, it takes approximately 30-45 days for the blood test results to come back. After the blood test results have been determined, DMV will send you a letter informing you that your driving privileges will be suspended for a 90 day period. Contact us immediately upon receiving the DMV letter.
The Charges:
One of the first questions you’ve probably asked yourself is “What penalties could I be facing?” Bearing in mind that penalties vary based on several factors, here are the guidelines set out by the State of Nevada for a first offense:
2 days to 6 months jail sentence
Fines from $400 to $1,000
Mandatory participation in “Victim Impact Panel”
8 hours of DUI School – (Can be done online)
License revocation of 90 days
If the BAC is above .18, the Court will require an Alcohol/Drug assessment to be done before Sentencing, which could result in an additional 6 months of counseling.
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