Commercial drivers face harsher penalties for DUIs in Nevada than regular drivers. A commercial DUI is defined as having a BAC of 0.04% or higher while driving a commercial vehicle. Penalties for a first commercial DUI include 2-6 months in jail, fines of $400-$1,000, and community service. Subsequent DUIs result in heavier fines and jail time, with a third offense being a felony. Commercial drivers also face a mandatory 1 year suspension of their license for a first offense.

1. Commercial DUI in
Nevada

2. Driving a commercial vehicle such as a company car, a passenger vehicle, a fleet
car, a cargo van or a limousine requires a commercial driver’s license. And
sometimes this license can be of great risk when the driver is involved in a DUI
(driving under the influence) case.
Of course, above from the suspension or revocation of the commercial license,
you would be facing other legal penalties that could take away your liberty.
Because you will not be charged with a typical DUI, but a commercial DUI in
Nevada.

3. What is Commercial DUI in Nevada according to NRS?
The definition of commercial DUI is enclosed at 484C.120.
• It is a commercial DUI when a commercial driver is found under the influence
of liquor and tested with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level of 0.04 or
more but less than 0.08.
• When you were found positive of the particular BAC level during or two hours
after driving a commercial motor vehicle on a highway or other public places.
• When you inhaled, ingested or injected substances that hinders your driving
capacity.

4. What are the penalties of a commercial DUI?
A first offense within seven years means a misdemeanor and has penalties of:
• Imprisonment of not less than two days and not more than six months
• 48 hours to 96 hours of community service
• Fines ranging from $400 to $1,000
A second offense within seven years is still a misdemeanor with heavier sentences such as:
• Imprisonment of 10 days to six months in jail
• Fines not less than $750 and not more than $1,000
• Community service in exchange for fines
A third offense within seven years is a category B felony and holds penalties of the following:
• Prison term of not less than a year and not more than six years
• Fines of $2,000 to $5,000

5. Commercial driver’s license suspension is also in order no matter the type of
offense.
First violation:
The driver’s commercial license will be suspended for a year. This can increase if
the vehicle being driven at the time of DUI is carrying hazardous materials.
A second commercial DUI in Nevada within seven years is imposed with the
complete revocation of the commercial license.

6. We know how it is difficult for commercial drivers to be hit with commercial DUI
charges. It will take away what could be a stable job and could mean a sentence
behind bars. Avoid these consequences by being mindful of company rules and
the State’s laws as it really is you that will suffer in the end.
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