Ignition Interlock Device (IID) in Nevada

Nevada uses the term "DUI" for impaired driving offenses. IID requirement: required for all dui offenses. First offense scope: 3 to 6 months. Confirm your actual notice and license status.

Last updated: 2026-09-07

Required for all DUI offenses

Quick Answer

Nevada requires IID for all DUI convictions, including first offenses. The device is installed as a condition of license reinstatement.

IID Duration by Offense

Offense	IID Duration
1st Offense	3 to 6 months
2nd Offense	12 months
3rd Offense	24 months (minimum)
4th+ Offense	36 months (minimum)

BAC threshold: Any DUI conviction (no BAC threshold — all offenders)

Confirm the device, provider and written quote

Check the responsible authority’s current approval information for the particular device and installer. Request the billing unit, included services, actual paid visit schedule, taxes, fees and removal terms in writing. Confirm financial assistance separately.

Add your own quoted charges in the IID worksheet. Unknown charges stay unknown; no local price or appointment count is assumed.

Restricted License with IID

Available

Nevada allows driving with IID installed as a condition of license reinstatement.

Tampering / Circumvention Penalties

Tampering with an IID in Nevada is a misdemeanor carrying fines and possible jail time. The IID period is extended.

Early Removal

Nevada does not allow early removal.

Nevada-Specific Notes

Nevada requires IID for all offenders and has relatively short durations for first offenses (3-6 months). Las Vegas-area service centers are plentiful; rural Nevada may have more limited options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is an IID required for a first DUI in Nevada?

Yes. Nevada requires IID for all DUI convictions. First offense: 3-6 months.

How long do I need an IID in Nevada?

First offense: 3-6 months. Second: 12 months. Third: 24 months. Fourth or more: 36 months.

How much does an IID cost in Nevada?

Get a written quote for your vehicle and program. Confirm the billing period, included service, separately paid visits, taxes, state/program fees and removal charges. Verify any financial assistance before assuming a discount. A generic state price range is not your quote.

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Disclaimer: This is informational only, not legal advice. IID requirements, costs, and approved providers change frequently. Verify current requirements with the Nevada DMV, your IID provider, or a qualified DUI attorney in Nevada.

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NHTSA: interlock device and program background. This national reference does not verify every state rule above. Confirm the applicable law and current instructions with the authority named on your order or licensing notice.