If you were arrested and charged with a DUI in Lincoln, Nebraska or a neighboring City, please call the 1-800 number below to get in contact with an experienced DUI attorney to fight your case.

1-800-420-9444

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Nebraska DUI (DWI) Administrative Hearing

Pursuant to Nebraska law, an individual has 10 days to request a hearing from the Department of Motor Vehicles. Once the arresting officer retains your state issued driver's license, you are issued a 30-day driving permit. This permit will serve as your driver's license in lieu of the one retained by the officer until your Administrative Hearing. If you fail to request a hearing within 10 days, your right to the hearing is lost, and your license is automatically suspended for the applicable statutory time frame. In order to preserve your right to an Administrative Hearing, it is crucial that you submit your request to the Department of Motor Vehicles in Nebraska within 10 days. Contact an aggressive and experienced DUI attorney to help, but do not delay.

DUI in Lincoln, Nevada? It is important you seek the legal advice of a competent and professional DUI defense attorney immediately. Being charged with DUI is a serious offense that can have serious consequences, including jail time, loss of driving privileges, and monetary fines. It is crucial that anyone facing a Nebraska DUI charge understand what challenges they will face. Call a Nebraska DUI attorney today for a fast, free consultation.

What happens if I was arrested for DUI in Lincoln?

Pursuant to Nebraska law, once you have been cited for violating the DUI statute, the state initiates two separate, yet simultaneous legal actions against you. There is a criminal action in response to the ticket that was issued to you, and an administrative action is brought against your license by the Department of Motor Vehicles in Nevada. Both actions can result in the suspension of your driving privileges, but it is crucial to remember that there may be more penalties to consider. Also, each action must be handled on their own.Contact a Nebraska DUI attorney today for a free consultation.

DUI Penalties for First Time Offenders

Nebraska Driving Privileges and DUI - A first time DUI conviction results in the revocation of driving privileges for a mandatory minimum of 6 months
Probation - Nebraska revokes the offender's license for 60 days and imposes a $400.00 fine.
Time in Jail - A first time DUI offender faces a 7 day minimum mandatory imprisonment, with a maximum of 60 days in jail.
Monetary Fines - In Lincoln, Nevada, fines for a first time DUI can range between $400.00 and $500.00.
Commercial Drivers - Commercial drivers are in violation of the DUI statute with a BAC (blood-alcohol concentration) of 0.04. A first time DUI conviction will result in the loss of the CDL (commercial driver's license) for 1 (one) year, while any subsequent DUI offenses will result in a lifetime loss of the commercial license.
Chemical Test Refusal - Refusing to submit to a test when requested by law enforcement will result in the revocation of driving privileges for 1 year.
Alcohol Assessment / Alcohol Treatment Program - During the presentence evaluation, a DUI offender must pay for an alcohol assessment. At this time, the judge may order the offender to attend an alcohol treatment program, which can cost more than $3,000.00, at the expense of the offender.

DUI Cost

Costs for DUI go beyond what you pay in fines. Here is a conservative breakdown for a first DUI offense:

Fines/Penalties
Tow/Impound Fee
DUI Treatment Program
Insurance Increase
Restitution Fund
DMV Reissue Fee

DUI Subsequent Offenses

Penalties are increasingly more severe for any additional DUI violations. Due to the complexity of DUI laws in Colorado, you may not be aware of rights and options, including any defenses you might use. This is why an aggressive and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney can guide you through this emotionally challenging process. Please contact a Colorado DUI defense attorney for a fast and free consultation.