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What Can I Do To Save My License?

First and foremost, hire an experienced attorney. There are many factors to consider.
officer's presence. It will give you a preview of a trial, a rarity in criminal cases. The officer who signed the affidavit and notice of hearing must show up and justify the revocation. Other officers may be subpoened.
Retest the sample. Testing errors may save your license.
Investigate the adequacy of the stop. The officer must have had a reasonable suspicion that a crime or traffic infraction was being committed.
Investigate the adequacy of the arrest and request for a test. The officer must have developed a reasonable belief that you were impaired by alcohol.
Check the times of events. Officers must perform the tests within certain guidelines.
Check the labeling of the sample. It must be identified as being yours.
Attend the motor vehicle hearing. Listen for fabrications and other errors.

Other Nevada Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

Q: What Happens After A Dui/Dwai Arrest In Nevada?
A: Motor Vehicle Hearing: To preserve your right to drive in Nevada, you must request a hearing within 7 days after your license has been taken from you by an officer or … More
Q: Will I Be Able To Get My Case Dismissed Because I Was Not Read My Rights?
A: Probably not. But if you were interrogated after being placed in custody, your statements cannot be used against you.
Q: Will I Go To Jail?
A: An experienced attorney may be able to keep you out.
Q: I Had Two Alcohol Offenses When I Was Younger. What Will Happen To My License If I Have A Third Conviction?
A: If you were convicted of 2 previous DUIs or your license was revoked twice before, your license will be revoked for three years, unless you can win the DMV haring.
Q: I Have Three Duis Within Seven Years, So What Will Become Of My License?
A: It will be automatically revoked for 3 years, and you are looking at a nonprobationable felony conviction.
Q: How Many Hours Of Alcohol Classes Will I Have To Take?
A: Plan on at least 8 hours of "DUI school," either 4 two hour or 1 eight hour session. If your BAC is 1.8 or higher, you may be required to obtain a BADA (Bureua of … More
Q: What Will Happen If I Do Not Complete The Classes Or Public Service Ordered By The Court?
A: You will go to jail.
Q: I Lost My Nevada License. May I Obtain A License In Another State?
A: In most cases, no.
Q: If I Obtain An International Driver's License, May I Drive In Nevada, Even Though My Nevada License Is Revoked?
A: No.
Q: What Are The Speed Limits In Nevada?
A: Unless Otherwise Posted Absolute Interstate 75 mph Ltd Access Rds 70 mph Other Primary Rds 70 mph Residential 25 mph More