Increased DUI Checkpoints in Reno
Up through May 9th, the Reno Police Department is conducting a DUI enforcement campaign. They've increased the number of DUI checkpoints in order to catch more drunk drivers. They hope that this will deter more people from driving under the influence in the future.
Nevada public intoxication laws do not make it a crime to be drunk in public. However, public intoxication often leads to other crimes or can serve as an element to other crimes. Three common crimes that result from Nevada public intoxication laws include trespass, disturbing the peace, and DUI.
People who are drunk in public are often cited for disturbing the peace in Nevada, which is a misdemeanor carrying up to six months in jail and/or up to $1,000 in fines. Intoxicated people who refuse to leave private venues (such as casinos and bars) after having been asked to by management can be cited for trespass, which is also a misdemeanor and carries the same penalties as disturbing the peace. One of the most serious crimes stemming from Nevada public intoxication laws is DUI: Being arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol carries hefty fines, DUI School, a victim impact panel, a suspended license and a jail sentence of up to six months.
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