Nevada DUI Costs (2026)
State-specific DUI cost calculators, law summaries, and guides for Nevada.
Calculate your Nevada DUI costOn our estimates, a typical first-offense DUI in Nevada costs about $17,512, the 27th 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 Nevada?
Add up the fine ($400-$1,000), attorney fees (our estimate: $1,500-$7,500), insurance, ignition interlock, education, reinstatement and time off work, and our calculator puts a typical first-offense DUI in Nevada at about $17,512, within a range of $8,583 to $28,368, using its default answers. Use the calculator for an estimate based on your own situation.
What is the legal DUI term in Nevada?
Nevada uses the term "DUI" for impaired driving offenses. The legal BAC limit is 0.08% for adults, with enhanced penalties at 0.18% BAC.
How long is your license suspended for a first DUI in Nevada?
A first-offense DUI in Nevada carries a license suspension of 185 days, and a second offense carries a license suspension of 1 year (365 days). Whether you can keep driving on a restricted license during that time is covered below.
Is an ignition interlock device required in Nevada?
Yes. Nevada requires an ignition interlock device for 6 months following a first DUI conviction. We estimate the monthly cost at about $90.
Does Nevada require SR-22 insurance after a DUI?
Yes. Nevada requires SR-22 high-risk insurance filing for 3 years following a DUI conviction. We estimate the typical premium increase at 50-140%.
When does a DUI become a felony in Nevada?
In Nevada, a DUI becomes a felony on the third offense within 7 years. Other factors, such as an injury, can also change how a case is charged; an attorney can tell you how they apply in Nevada.
Can a DUI be expunged in Nevada?
Nevada allows DUI expungement under certain conditions, typically after a waiting period of 7 years following completion of your sentence.
How long does Nevada have to charge you with a DUI?
In Nevada, the state generally must file DUI charges within 1 year 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 Nevada?
Nevada 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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