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Las Vegas Third DUI Lawyer

Attorney for Third DUI cases in Las Vegas
Third DUI offense in Clark County, NV.

Although the vast majority of DUI cases in Nevada are charged as a misdemeanor, certain DUI offenses can be charged as a felony. A third DUI offense within seven years of the first offense can be charged as a felony.

If you were arrested for a 3rd DUI in Las Vegas, Nevada, then contact an experienced criminal defense attorney at Gallo Criminal Defense Las Vegas to develop a defense strategy. The ultimate goal in felony DUI cases is to avoid a mandatory 1 to 6 year prison sentence and felony criminal record.

Las Vegas Third DUI Lawyer

If you were arrested for a 3rd DUI in Las Vegas, Nevada, then contact an experienced criminal defense attorney at Gallo Criminal Defense Las Vegas

Call today at (702) 385-3131 to schedule a free consultation. We represent clients throughout Clark County, including Las Vegas, Henderson and North Las Vegas.

Call today at (702) 385-3131 to schedule a free consultation. We represent clients throughout Clark County, including Las Vegas, Henderson and North Las Vegas.>

Clark County Third DUI Information

Penalties for a 3rd Time Felony DUI

A third DUI within three years is classified as a category B felony punishable as follows:

  1. Imprisonment: Mandatory Commitment in Nevada State prison for one to six years:
  2. Fines: The fines imposed by the court are from $2,000 to $5,000;
  3. Evaluation: An alcohol & drug evaluation.
  4. VIP: The Court may impose a requirement that the defendant attend a presentation sponsored by Mother's Against Drunk Driving (MADD) that explains the impact of DUI on the community;
  5. The Ignition Interlock Device must be installed for up to three years;
  6. Suspension: A three year driver's license suspension or revocation; and
  7. Registration Suspension; A five-day registration suspension.

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles will also impose a three year driver's license suspension.

Las Vegas attorney specializing in third DUI offenses
Felony DUI in Clark County, Nevada

Nevada's Felony DUI Court or serious Offender Program

Application for admittance into the felony serious offender program can avoid a prison sentence and felony conviction. The serious offenders program is a 3 to 5 year alcohol and drug-free program. The program requires the applicant to be supervised on house arrest for the first 6 months of the program, The program requires random drug and alcohol testing along with frequent court appearances and counseling sessions.  Successful completion of the program results in a second offense misdemeanor conviction. Failure results in a prison sentence. 

Finding an Attorney for a Third DUI in Las Vegas

Because the case is a felony, you have the right to a jury trial.  Find an attorney experienced in fighting DUI cases aggressively.

If you were arrested for a third DUI in Las Vegas, Nevada, then contact a criminal defense attorney at the Law Office of James C. Gallo. Call for a free consultation to discuss the facts of your case.

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