Las Vegas DUI Defense Lawyers

Avoiding charges of drunk driving, and defending yourself from such charges if they are made, requires an understanding of our state’s drunk driving laws. Determining which drivers are under the influence is not always a clear cut legal process. For example, in some circumstances you can be charged with DWI without even technically being intoxicated. It may seem unfair, but it is the law.

If you need any advice about your individual case, including aggressive representation in court, Las Vegas DUI defense attorneys Palmer & Associates, P.C. can help. Call our offices at 702-888-2222 to schedule a consultation.

Drunk Driving Per Se and Implied Consent

Under the “DUI per se” law, drivers are considered intoxicated if a breath or blood test reveals a blood alcohol content (BAC) above a certain level. This applies even if the driver does not appear physically or mentally impaired. The BAC at which a driver is considered intoxicated per se varies:

• Drivers under age 21 – .02
• Commercial drivers – .04
• All other drivers – .08

Can you avoid charges by refusing to take a BAC test? Not in Nevada. Our state observes a legal doctrine called “implied consent.” When you get behind the wheel after consuming an alcoholic beverage, the state takes that as consent to a blood or breath test.

Field Sobriety Tests0

If your BAC is below the legal limit, does that mean you are safe from drunk driving charges? Strangely enough, the answer is no. If a police officer is suspicious of your driving, he or she can pull you over and administer field sobriety tests: certain tasks meant to measure a person’s sobriety.

If you do not perform well on one of these tests, you can be charged with drunk driving even if your BAC is below .08. Fortunately, an experienced Las Vegas intoxicated driving defense lawyer will know the most effective legal strategies for protecting your rights.

Get Protected

If you need a knowledgeable and aggressive Las Vegas DUI attorney, you need Palmer & Associates, P.C. Get protected today by contacting us at 702-888-2222.