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Is a DUI Accident a Felony?

Is a DUI accident a felony? To be charged with a felony DUI in Nevada when an accident occurs, 1 of 2 aggravating factors must be present. Either a death occurred because of the DUI, or substantial bodily harm occurred. Many accidents involving DUIs are typically misdemeanor offenses, even if an accident occurred. You may also be charged with a felony DUI if you have

In 2017 Nevada legislature passed Senate Bill 308, which will increase the mandatory auto insurance minimums.  Currently the minimums are $15,000 bodily/$30,000 Multiple and $10,000 property.  Starting July 1, 2018 the minimums will be raised to $25,000/$50,000 and $20,000 property. So we should probably expect car insurance rates to increase for this higher coverage.  Hopefully the costs for the consumers does not jump too high.