Criminal Traffic Offenses in Nevada
In Nevada, traffic violations are separated into civil infractions and criminal offenses. Civil infractions, such as speeding tickets, result in fines and DMV points but do not involve an arrest. However, criminal traffic offenses require arrest, booking, bail, and potential jail time. At Summerlin Bail Bonds, we specialize in securing bail for criminal traffic offenses to minimize time spent in jail and help you get the legal assistance you need.
DUI Offenses (NRS 484C.110)
πFirst Offense: $2,000β$3,000 bail, 2β6 months jail, $400β$1,000 fines, 90-day license suspension, and DUI school.
πSecond Offense: $3,000β$5,000 bail, 10 daysβ6 months jail, 1-year license suspension, and ignition interlock device installation.
πThird Offense: Category B felony with $5,000β$10,000 bail, 1β6 years prison, and 3-year license revocation.
Reckless Driving (NRS 484B.653)
β‘Standard Offense: $1,500β$3,000 bail.
π₯Reckless Driving Causing Injury: Category C felony with $7,500β$15,000 bail.
β οΈReckless Driving Causing Death: Classified as vehicular manslaughter, with $25,000β$100,000 bail.
Driving with Suspended/Revoked License (NRS 483.560)
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Operating a vehicle with a suspended or revoked license is a misdemeanor, with bail ranging from $1,000-$2,000. A second offense within five years becomes a gross misdemeanor, with bail ranging from $2,000-$4,000.
Hit and Run (NRS 484E.010)
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Failing to stop at the scene of an accident is a Category B felony, with bail ranging from $5,000-$20,000. If the accident involves injuries or death, the bail amount can escalate significantly.
Speed Contests/Street Racing (NRS 484B.657)
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Engaging in speed contests or drag racing is a misdemeanor with $1,500-$3,000 bail. If an accident occurs during the race, the charges may escalate to felony.
Vehicular Manslaughter (NRS 484B.657)
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Causing a death through DUI or reckless driving is a Category A felony, with bail ranging from $50,000β$150,000. Convictions carry 2β20 years in prison.
How Traffic Arrests Happen in Las Vegas
π¨DUI Checkpoints: Set up by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police, these checkpoints stop every vehicle or follow predetermined patterns to check for impairment signs.
πTraffic Stop DUI Investigations: Officers stop drivers for violations such as speeding, weaving, or running red lights, and suspect DUI based on driving patterns.
π₯Accident Investigations: Police conduct DUI or reckless driving arrests after investigating traffic accidents for alcohol impairment, excessive speed, or reckless behavior.
πHit and Run Investigations: Officers investigate accidents where drivers leave the scene, utilizing witness statements, vehicle descriptions, and surveillance footage.
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License Suspensions: Drivers often get arrested when their license is found to be suspended, sometimes without their knowledge.