Nebraska DUI Costs (2026)
State-specific DUI cost calculators, law summaries, and guides for Nebraska.
Calculate your Nebraska DUI costOn our estimates, a typical first-offense DUI in Nebraska costs about $16,619, the 31st highest of the 50 states (median of our state estimates: $17,615). Use the calculators below for your own situation.
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How much does a DUI cost in Nebraska?
Add up the fine ($500-$500), attorney fees (our estimate: $1,500-$5,000), insurance, ignition interlock, education, reinstatement and time off work, and our calculator puts a typical first-offense DUI in Nebraska at about $16,619, within a range of $8,949 to $25,803, using its default answers. Use the calculator for an estimate based on your own situation.
What is the legal DUI term in Nebraska?
Nebraska uses the term "DUI" for impaired driving offenses. The legal BAC limit is 0.08% for adults, with enhanced penalties at 0.15% BAC.
How long is your license suspended for a first DUI in Nebraska?
A first-offense DUI in Nebraska carries a license suspension of 180 days, and a second offense carries a license suspension of 1 year (545 days). Whether you can keep driving on a restricted license during that time is covered below.
Is an ignition interlock device required in Nebraska?
Yes. Nebraska requires an ignition interlock device for 12 months following a first DUI conviction. We estimate the monthly cost at about $85.
Does Nebraska require SR-22 insurance after a DUI?
Yes. Nebraska requires SR-22 high-risk insurance filing for 3 years following a DUI conviction. We estimate the typical premium increase at 50-150%.
When does a DUI become a felony in Nebraska?
In Nebraska, a DUI becomes a felony on the fourth offense within 15 years. Other factors, such as an injury, can also change how a case is charged; an attorney can tell you how they apply in Nebraska.
Can a DUI be expunged in Nebraska?
Nebraska does not allow DUI convictions to be expunged. Some states have other ways to limit who can see a record, such as sealing, which this site does not cover yet; an attorney in Nebraska can tell you whether any apply.
How long do you have to request a license hearing after a DUI arrest in Nebraska?
In Nebraska, you have 10 days from the arrest to request a hearing on your license (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 60-498.01(6)(a)). The notice you received at arrest gives the exact date.
How long does Nebraska have to charge you with a DUI?
In Nebraska, the state generally must file DUI charges within 18 months of the alleged offense. This deadline reflects a first-offense misdemeanor DUI; felony cases can carry a different filing window. If you are charged, an attorney can confirm how the deadline applies to your case.
Can you get a hardship or restricted license after a DUI in Nebraska?
Nebraska generally offers a hardship or restricted license that can let you keep driving for work, school, or treatment during part of a DUI suspension. Eligibility and conditions depend on your offense level and the court, so confirm the current rules for your situation.
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