Nevada · DUI · Checked October 2026
Refusing a Breath or Blood Test in Nevada
Refusing a Breath or Blood Test in Nevada: What Are the Rules?
What happens if you refuse a breath or blood test in Nevada.
- Refusal penalty
- License revoked for 1 year, or 3 years with a refusal revocation in the preceding 7 years; an ignition interlock is required to get an interlock privilege during the revocation
- License suspension for refusing
- 1-year revocation; 3 years if revoked for refusal in the preceding 7 years
Refusal Penalties in Nevada
license revoked for 1 year, or 3 years with a refusal revocation in the preceding 7 years; an ignition interlock is required to get an interlock privilege during the revocationNev. Rev. Stat. § 484C.210
License Suspension for Refusing in Nevada
1-year revocation; 3 years if revoked for refusal in the preceding 7 yearsNev. Rev. Stat. § 484C.210; § 484C.220; § 484C.230
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This page summarizes Nevada law from official sources, checked October 2026. It isn't legal advice; a lawyer licensed in Nevada can advise on your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Happens if You Refuse a Breath Test in Nevada?
license revoked for 1 year, or 3 years with a refusal revocation in the preceding 7 years; an ignition interlock is required to get an interlock privilege during the revocation
How Long Is the Suspension for Refusing?
1-year revocation; 3 years if revoked for refusal in the preceding 7 years