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DUI/DWI Crime

Are You Facing DUI Charges?

Hire a criminal lawyer in Winnemucca, NV

If you're up against DUI charges in Winnemucca, Lovelock, Battle Mountain, and all of Northern Nevada, you need to work with a criminal lawyer to create a tough defense. Trust your case to Swanson, Belanger, & Plimpton.


Attorney Swanson has handled a wide range of criminal cases, including hundreds of DUI cases. Nevada defines DUI as operating or being in actual physical control of a motor vehicle on a highway or a location where the public has access, while over the legal limit of alcohol in the blood. Let an experienced attorney work to ensure your rights. Get the legal counsel you need to fight these allegations. Speak with attorney Swanson today to set up a consultation in Winnemucca, NV.

Nevada DUI and DWI Penalties

Nevada defines DUI as operating or being in actual physical control of a motor vehicle on a highway or a location where the public has access, while over the legal limit of alcohol in the blood. While DWI and DUI are used as interchangeable terms, both come with steep penalties. Here is a basic breakdown of what you could expect if charged with a DUI:

First Offense

2-180 days in jail or 48-96 hours of community service, as well as a $400+ fine and license revocation.

Second Offense

10-180 days in jail or house arrest, as well as a $750+ fine and license revocation.

Third Offense

1-6 years in jail, as well as a $2,000+ fine and license revocation.

felony DUI

It carries imprisonment of 2-5 years and a fine of $2.000 to $5,000.

All DUI penalties also include installation of an interlock device on a person's vehicle. 


When you need a criminal lawyer to defend you against DUI charges, trust a professional with countless criminal cases under his belt. Email today to discuss your situation with attorney Swanson. All DUI penalties also include installation of an interlock device on a person's vehicle.

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