A DUI in Las Vegas that results in death or serious bodily injury of another person is a Category B felony. Nevada Category B felonies carry from 2 to 20 years in prison. The court can also impose fines of $2,000 to $5,000. In addition to these penalties, you may have more obligations to fulfill such as attending a rehabilitation program, or completing community service when you get out of prison. Your license will likely need to be reinstated at that time, as well, which may mean that a Breath Interlock device is required on your car.
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Enhanced Penalties for DUI causing death or serious bodily injury with prior convictions
If you already have three DUI convictions on your record, and then are arrested for another DUI that involves serious injury or death to another person, Nevada law provides for an increased penalty against you. This is a Category A felony for a Las Vegas crime called Vehicular Homicide. Vehicular Homicide in Nevada carries anywhere from 2 years to life in prison depending on the severity of the circumstances. If you are sentenced to life in prison for a vehicular homicide, you cannot be eligible for parole until you have served a minimum of 10 years in prison. Once you are released from custody and your driving privileges are reinstated, you will be required to install and use a Breath Interlock Device in your vehicle. A Breath Interlock Device tests your blood alcohol content and if it exceeds the limit set by the court, the car will not start.