Law Offices of Harry R. Gensler
141 South Frontage Road
Suite B.
Pahrump, NV 89048
Phone: 775-751-8700
Email: hrgensler@aol.com
Website: http://www.genslerlawoffice.com
Pahrump Nevada DUI Lawyer Harry R. Gensler
Take your DUI charge very seriously.
A conviction for a DUI in Nevada will have long lasting consequences. A criminal record can affect your employment, your future and your personal freedom.
Hire an experienced Nevada DUI Lawyer who is experienced in Nevada DUI laws.
Understanding Nevada DUI laws and courtroom proceedings can be a challenge. Hiring Harry R. Gensler, who’s practice concentrates on drunk driving defense can make a difference in the outcome of your DUI charge. Again, for an experienced Nevada DUI lawyer or attorney, call 775-751-8700
What Happens To First Time Offenders under the Nevada DUI Laws?
Nevada First Offender
You will be charged with a DUI in Nevada if your blood alcohol is .08% or higher. The limit is .04% for commercial drivers and .02% for drivers under 21. Drivers can be arrested and convicted for DUI with a lower blood alcohol content (BAC) reading or for driving under the influence of controlled or prohibited substances.
The first DUI offense is a misdemeanor punishable by up to six months in jail and a $1,000 fine. The minimum penalties for first offense are two days in jail or 96 hours of community service, a $200 fine, $70 in court costs, a $60 chemical test fee, and a drunk driving education course, including mandatory attendance at a victim impact panel. If your blood alcohol level was 0.18 or more or you are under the age of 21, you must also pay $100 to have an alcohol evaluation done.
Penalties for a typical DUI first offense:
Criminal
- Arrest
- Vehicle Impounded
- Two days to six months in jail or community service (48 to 96 hours)
- Fine $400 to $1,000
- Chemical Test Fee $60
- DUI School or Substance Abuse Treatment
- Victim Impact Panel
Drivers License
- License revoked for 90 days
- $65 Reinstatement Fee
- $35 Victims Compensation Civil Penalty
- $21.75 Driver License Fee
- DMV Tests: Vision, Knowledge, possibly Skills
- SR-22 Certificate of Liability Insurance required for three years
Under 21
The blood alcohol limit is.02%. Your license will be revoked for 90 days, and you will be subject to criminal penalties (see above). You must pay $100 to have an alcohol evaluation done.
Commercial Driver
The blood alcohol limit is .04% for commercial drivers, though any detectable amount will affect your driving privileges. License revoked for 90 days. Law enforcement can prohibit any commercial driver from driving for 24 hours if you have blood alcohol of over 0.01 percent.
Revocation Appeal and Reinstatement
You may appeal a revocation through the DMV Office of Administrative Hearings.
License reinstatement is not automatic, even if the criminal charges were reduced or dismissed. You must meet reinstatement requirements and physically obtain a license to regain your driving privilege. A revocation which is not reinstated will remain on
your record indefinitely and you will not be able to obtain a driver license in any state.
DUI School
At least 8 hours of "DUI school," either 4 two hour or 1 eight hour session. If your BAC is .18 or higher, you may be required to obtain a Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Abuse evaluation and further counseling (AA or NA), as ordered by the court. The higher your BAC, the more hours you will have to take.
A DMV list of DUI Schools: http://www.dmvnv.com/dlschoolsdui.htm
Test Refusal
Driving in Nevada implies consent to be tested you may not refuse. Law enforcement may use reasonable force to obtain blood test if a breath test is refused.
Insurance
Upon conviction, your insurance rates will probably increase dramatically, and your carrier may drop you, forcing you to find a carrier that offers less coverage for even more money.
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
- TYPE OF CASES MY FIRM HANDLES
I handle many types of criminal cases including Drinking and Driving (DWI / DUI) and Traffic Offenses.
- YOU SHOULD HIRE ME IF:
You want an experienced trial attorney who will personally handle your file. I will not hesitate to go to trial on your case; that decision, however, will ultimately be yours.
- IF YOU WANT TO TELL MY LAW FIRM ABOUT YOUR SITUATION YOU SHOULD:
I will personally communicate with you. If I am in Court when you call, you can leave a message with my receptionist. I personally guarantee you will hear back from me in 24-hours or less. My office phone is (775) 751-8700
- MY CLIENTS WILL TELL YOU THAT:
My level of experience, knowledge of the law, and personal familiarity with the judges, prosecutors, and system is a great advantage. In addition, my personal and regular contact with clients, availability and involvement with every aspect of the case allows me to obtain the most favorable results.
- MY PHILOSOPHY ON HOW I APPROACH EACH CASES IS:
Depending on the type of case I like to find out as much as I can about the facts of the case and talk to anyone who can help our defense. At that time we can discuss our options. The stronger our defense appears to the prosecutor, the better our chances are of getting a favorable result.
- IF YOU WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MY FIRM YOU SHOULD:
Call for a consultation at (775) 751-8700, during which I can answer all of your questions.
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