Facing DUI charges in Las Vegas can be a daunting experience, especially when the charges hinge on the results of a breathalyzer or blood test. But did you know that these tests aren’t always reliable? At De Castroverde Law Group, our Las Vegas DUI defense attorneys have substantial experience with protecting our clients’ rights by questioning the accuracy and reliability […]
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All Nevada drivers should be aware of the two-hour rule’s potential impact on them. As part of their DUI laws, Nevada has the two-hour rule (codified in NRS 484C.110(c)) that allows law enforcement to test drivers’ blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels within two hours of the time they stop driving. The two-hour rule can directly affect potential DUI cases. Working […]
DUI Defense Tactics: Challenging Evidence and Protecting Your Rights
DUI charges can cast a long shadow over anyone’s future. Each year, thousands of individuals in Las Vegas, NV, face the daunting prospect of a DUI conviction. However, many fail to realize that a strong DUI defense can make all the difference. This article will explore the importance of effective DUI defense tactics and highlight why hiring a lawyer, like […]
How long does alcohol stay in your system? The answer is essential in understanding the effects of drinking on your body and how it makes you behave. Such an understanding may help evaluate whether you are fit to drive, but as a rule, you should always err on the side of caution before getting behind the wheel of a car […]
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol puts lives at risk. It also carries serious legal consequences. In Nevada, an arrest and conviction on charges of driving under the influence can lead to jail or prison time, a significant fine, and the loss of your license for an extended period. The best way to protect yourself is not to […]
According to the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), if you get convicted of driving under the influence (DUI), the DUI will permanently stay on your driving record in Nevada. However, if the DUI offense stayed on a misdemeanor level, you may be able to apply for a record seal after seven years have passed since your case settled. If […]
While normal traffic stops are part of law enforcement activities, the police also use other methods to keep people safe during peak driving times. One way that police departments in and around Las Vegas, Nevada, are keeping people safe is by using DUI checkpoints. Even with the added safety they bring, however, many people wonder, “Are the Las Vegas DUI […]
You may have heard law enforcement officers and prosecutors refer to intoxicated driving by various terms, such as “DUI” and “DWI.” But does Nevada recognize a difference between DUI and DWI? Furthermore, is a DUI a misdemeanor in Nevada, or can it become a felony charge? An experienced DUI defense lawyer can help you understand the difference between a DUI […]