Challenging a DUI Charge in Nevada

It is particularly important to have proper legal representation if you have been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Nevada. According to state statutes, DUI arrests necessitate two separate hearings: one in which you are responsible for answering for the DUI charges and another in which your status as a licensed driver is assessed.

Fortunately, if your DUI charge is a misdemeanor, your attorney can appear in court in your stead, freeing you from the responsibility to appear personally. This option represents your best chances at getting your charges reduced or dismissed. However, if your attorney cannot reach an agreement with the prosecutor, you are legally entitled to appear before a judge, who has the option of ruling in your favor.

The average DUI defense in either of these cases typically follows one of three avenues:

• Your lawyer challenges the procedure used to administer sobriety tests
• Your attorney argues favor of a false positive on the part of a breath machine
• Your attorney presents a case showing that even trained police officers have a difficult time assessing whether or not a driver is under the influence

Some general facts about DUI offenses everyone should know include:

• The legal blood alcohol limit is .08 in Nevada
• Upon arrest, your driver’s license may be revoked or suspended for 90 days
• If arrested, your vehicle may be impounded

If you have been accused of DUI, don’t panic. Instead, call on an experienced criminal defense lawyer to help you through this difficult time.