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Nevada (NV) - State Requirements for Ignition Interlock Devices

The Nevada Ignition Interlock Program

There are a variety of penalties for drunk driving, and they increase if there are multiple offenses. Nevada allows some DUI offenders to regain their driving privileges if they install an ignition interlock device (IID) approved by the state. Ignition interlock devices prevent offenders from starting their car without first taking a breath alcohol content (BrAC) test. If they do not pass, they will be unable to start their vehicle. The device may also request retests randomly throughout any trip to ensure continuous sobriety.

What Happens if I Get a DUI in Nevada?

Nevada has a lot of penalties for DUI, and they include financial and administrative penalties, along with criminal penalties. The state also recently updated its interlock policy as of June 2021, and the following applies to all offenses from that date forward.

First DUI Offense

  • Two days minimum, six months maximum in jail
  • 96 hours of community service may be ordered in lieu of jail time
  • Must pay between $400-$1,000 in fines
  • Suspension of driver’s license for 90 days
  • Must enroll in DUI school, and may need to enroll in a treatment program
  • An IID is required to regain driving privileges

Second DUI Offense

  • 10 days minimum up to six months in jail
  • Instead of jail, 100-200 hours of community service may be ordered
  • Must pay between $750-$1,000 in fines
  • Suspension of driver’s license for one year
  • An alcohol treatment program may be required
  • An IID is required to regain driving privileges and may be required for more than one year.

Third DUI Offense

  • May serve between one and six years in jail
  • Must pay between $2,000 and $5,000 in fines
  • Suspension of driver’s license for three years
  • Treatment may be required for up to three years
  • If an IID is installed, the offender may be able to regain driving privileges

What Happens if I Fail to Complete or Refuse to Submit to a DUI Test in Nevada?

There are still consequences for offenders who refuse the DUI test. There are still penalties in place, including a license suspension of one year for first offenders, and three years for repeat offenders. If there are previous offenses on your record, other penalties may apply. In Nevada, ignition interlocks are highly recommended but it is up to the judge’s discretion to order one. A judge in Nevada is not required to sentence an offender to an IID.

How Do I Regain Driving Privileges in Nevada?

Nevada’s IID policy requires the judge to review prior offenses and take them into account when sentencing. Offenders who meet the criteria may qualify for a restricted license, which includes:

  • Serving any required jail time and completing required community service
  • Finish paying for all fines or penalties
  • Must install an IID from an approved provider and complete a driving skills test
  • Show proof of SR-22 insurance
  • Get an IID license from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (if the offender is mandated to an IID by the court)
  • A clinical supervision or treatment program may be required during the IID term
  • If an IID is required, DUI offenders will receive credit for early installation of their IID at a day-to-day rate
It is up to the judge to determine if an IID is required. Some offenders may not qualify for an IID license, depending on their previous offenses and the judge’s discretion.