Charged with DUI 1st Offense at Clark County Detention Center?
Freedom First defends DUI 1st Offense cases (NRS 484C.400) booked through CCDC and the Las Vegas Justice Court. A first DUI in Nevada is a misdemeanor — but it triggers an automatic 185-day license suspension unless you request a DMV hearing within 7 days. The clock starts the day of arrest. Defense strategy targets the stop, the test, and the procedure.
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Call (702) 857-7197 NowWhat DUI 1st Offense (NRS 484C.400) actually means
Under Nevada law, DUI 1st Offense is classified as a misdemeanor. The State must prove every element beyond a reasonable doubt — and that's where defense work begins.
When the booking happens at Clark County Detention Center, the case typically routes through Las Vegas Justice Court or Clark County District Court. Bail is set per the Clark County bail schedule for misdemeanors; felonies require a magistrate appearance within 48–72 hours.
Penalties on the table
How we defend DUI 1st Offense cases
- Challenge the legality of the traffic stop
- Attack breathalyzer calibration and operator certification
- Challenge blood draw chain of custody
- Demand 7-day DMV hearing within the deadline
- Negotiate down to reckless driving where evidence is weak
Every case is different — but these are the levers that decide outcomes on NRS 484C.400 charges out of CCDC. The more facts we have early, the more leverage we have at the first court appearance.
Read our full DUI 1st Offense defense playbookHonest pricing. No surprises.
Most private firms in Las Vegas charge $15,000 to $30,000+ for serious criminal defense. We charge a flat retainer from day one — so you know exactly what you're paying.
- Payment plan available — 50% today, 50% before court
- No hidden fees — everything bundled in the retainer
- Free initial consultation
- Investigation, motions, and appearances included
Retainer covers representation through resolution at the agreed level. Any escalation (appeal, extended trial) is discussed in advance.
What to do in the next 24 hours
- Don't talk to police or prosecutors about the case — jail calls are recorded.
- Call us at (702) 857-7197. We're available 24/7 and the initial review is free.
- Use the CCDC inmate search to confirm booking status: click here.
- Hold off on bail decisions until you've talked to a defense lawyer — in some situations, posting too fast costs leverage at the first court date.
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