All states have laws that govern if a driver should be
arrested for drunk driving. Several are drafted to cover every circumstance
imaginable, with some slight variations between states. Most of the time, the
laws are similar for all states. In this post, an experienced DUI lawyer will explain the particulars about one of the DUI laws
specific for Nevada, the NRS 484C.110.
What Is The NRS 484C.110 “Unlawful Acts Law”?
Chapter 484C of the NRS (Nevada Revised Statutes) defines what
DUI is in Nevada, as well as other information concerning driving under the
influence.
The NRS 484C.110 is a provision that explains the conditions or
“unlawful acts” when one can be arrested for driving while intoxicated.
Included in the law are the legal limits for alcohol and drugs, which is
collected from breath, blood, urine, or field sobriety tests.
Unlawful acts
Committing any of the following unlawful acts are reasonable
grounds for arrest. Each act is a separate offense; you can receive additional charges
when violating more than one unlawful act:
Driving under the
influence of intoxicating liquor. It is not enough that a driver is
drinking while driving. They have to consume enough alcohol to impair their
driving enough that it can be hazardous for them, their passengers, other
drivers, and pedestrians.
Having a blood
alcohol level (BAC) of 0.08% and above. Nevada has stated that 0.08% is the
optimum limit for driving. It’s flexible enough for most cases, but even if
someone is well below the legal limit, a person can still be suspected of
driving while intoxicated if their driving is observed to be erratic or
dangerous.
Meeting or going
beyond the legal BAC level within two hours of operating a vehicle. As long
as you were in direct control of a vehicle within two hours, you can still be
arrested for DUI even if you have left the car.
Driving while
influenced by any controlled substances. DUI laws also cover if the driver
was affected by controlled substances. This includes legal or illegal drugs.
Driving while
intoxicated or influenced by a combination of alcohol or controlled substances.
As stated, DWI also includes being influenced by both alcohol and drugs.
What Can You Do?
As soon as you are arrested, it is important to contact an attorney
right away. These cases can become complicated; by contacting a lawyer, they can
give you a better chance to reduce or even eliminate the charges if possible.
If you have any questions about your case, please ask your criminal defense attorney. If you need a lawyer, you may visit our website at rosscgoodman.com