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A second DUI charge within Las Vegas is
not something to be taken lightly. While it is
still considered as a misdemeanor, the
penalties are far more severe.
Nevada deems a person to be driving under the influence under the following circumstances:
A second DUI Nevada conviction within 7 years of the first one is still regarded as a misdemeanor as long
as no serious injuries or deaths were sustained at the time of the arrest. Expected penalties include the
following:
• 10 days’ worth of prison time, usually at the Clark County Detention Center, with a possible increase to 6 months if the
court wills it (part of this sentence can be served in home confinement)
• Maximum $1,000 in fines, plus $100 in court fees
• Appearance at the Nevada Misdemeanor Court, a lengthy substance rehabilitation program
• Attendance at a Nevada Victim Impact Panel, paid for by the defendant
• Official court warning to avoid another potential DUI conviction while the defendant is serving his or her sentence
• Alcohol/drug dependency evaluation costing $100, paid for by the defendant
• Installation of a breath interlock device in the defendant’s car for a maximum of three years if the defendant’s blood
alcohol was above 0.18 at the time of the arrest (the court can reduce the duration to six months)
• License suspension for up to one year as prescribed by Nevada’s Department of Motor Vehicles
Second DUI defense