# Sentinel DUI Defense

> Nevada DUI defense firm representing first-offense, felony, CDL, and out-of-state DUI cases since 2012. Former-prosecutor lead counsel, 24/7 emergency intake, and the procedural knowledge to challenge stops, breath tests, and DMV license actions before the case is ever decided in court.

## Services
- **First-Offense DUI / DWI** — First-time DUI defense covers the criminal case (court) and the DMV license-suspension hearing (administrative). Both happen on parallel tracks with separate deadlines. We file the
- **Felony DUI & Repeat Offenses** — Third-offense Nevada DUI is a Category B felony with mandatory prison exposure. We handle felony DUI, DUI with injury, and DUI causing death (including vehicular homicide). Aggress
- **Underage, CDL & Out-of-State DUI** — Specialty defense for clients with elevated stakes: underage drivers (zero-tolerance .02 BAC), commercial drivers (CDL holders face career-ending consequences), and out-of-state vi
- **License Reinstatement & DMV Hearings** — DMV administrative license-revocation hearings are a separate proceeding from criminal court. We represent at the hearing, challenge officer testimony, and pursue restricted-licens

## Frequently asked questions
### How much does DUI defense cost?
First-offense misdemeanor DUI flat fee: $3,800–$6,800 (covers criminal case and DMV hearing). Second-offense misdemeanor: $5,800–$9,800. Felony DUI hourly with retainer: $9,800–$25,000+ retainer (case-dependent). Free initial case review by phone — flat-fee quote at intake.

### What happens in the first 7 days?
Within 7 days of arrest you must request a DMV administrative hearing in writing or your license is automatically suspended. We file that request immediately on retention. Your first court appearance (arraignment) is typically 2–6 weeks after arrest. We appear on your behalf in most cases — you don't have to be present.

### I'm an out-of-state tourist. Do I have to come back to Nevada for court?
Often no. About 35% of our caseload is out-of-state clients, and most arraignments and pretrials are handled by attorney appearance only. Trial requires presence; pretrial conferences and most procedural motions don't. We coordinate with prosecution on appearance scheduling so you're not flying back repeatedly.

### Will it stay on my record forever?
Nevada DUI conviction stays on driving record 7 years and criminal record permanently (unless sealed). Sealing is available 7 years after a misdemeanor DUI conviction is fully completed. Some pre-conviction outcomes (deferred-judgment programs) can avoid the conviction entirely. We tell you upfront what's realistically available in your case.

### What if I have a CDL?
CDL holders face career-ending consequences for any DUI conviction, even off-duty in a personal vehicle. Federal regulations require a 1-year CDL disqualification on first offense, lifetime disqualification on second. Defense strategy for CDL clients prioritizes pre-conviction disposition wherever possible — protecting the license is often more critical than the criminal sentence.

## Contact
- Phone: +17755550184
- Email: intake@sentineldefense.example
- Address: 200 S Virginia St, Suite 700, Reno, NV, 89501
- Service area: Reno · Sparks · Carson City · Lake Tahoe · Fernley · Truckee CA · statewide Nevada DUI defense (including out-of-state and tourist clients)
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