Nevada DUI School: What Is It, How Much Does It Cost, and What Are the Requirements
If you’ve been convicted of DUI in Nevada, you’re required to complete an 8-hour alcohol education course – commonly called DUI school. This isn’t optional. The court will give you a specific deadline (usually 3 to 6 months), and missing it means facing that suspended jail sentence the judge held over your head.
DUI school is one of several mandatory requirements after a first-time DUI conviction in Nevada. You’ll need to attend either online or in-person classes through a DMV-licensed provider, pass a final exam, and submit your certificate to the court. The good news? You can complete it from home for as little as $49.
What is DUI school and how much does it cost in Nevada?
Nevada DUI school is an 8-hour court-mandated education course required after any DUI conviction. First-time offenders must complete the course within 3-6 months to avoid jail time. Costs range from $49-$195 depending on the provider, and you can take it online or in-person through DMV-approved schools.
How much does DUI school cost in Las Vegas?
You’re looking at paying between $49 and $195 for your required 8-hour DUI course in Las Vegas. Online classes typically cost less than sitting in a classroom all day Saturday. Here’s what local providers are charging in 2025:
| Provider | Format | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| $49 Nevada DUI School | Online Only | $49 |
| 123 DUI Online | Online Only | $75 |
| 702 DUI School | Online Only | $75-$98 |
| DUI Society | Online Only | $75 |
| DriveSafeToday | Online Only | $74.95 |
| 1CheapDUISchool.com | Online Only | $129.99 |
| ABC Drive Safe | Online & Classroom | $98 |
| LRS Systems Ltd | Online & Classroom | $145 |
| Smart Choices | Online & Classroom | $195 |
| New Beginnings Counseling | Correspondence & Classroom | $150 |
| City of Las Vegas First Offender Program | Classroom Only | Contact for pricing |
| Atlas Giron Academy | Classroom Only | Contact for pricing |
Disclaimer: This list reflects providers currently listed on the Nevada DMV website for Las Vegas only. This is not a recommendation of any specific provider. Prices can change at any time. Always verify with your court that they’ll accept your chosen provider before paying.
Note: This list shows Las Vegas area providers only. For providers in other Nevada cities, visit the complete Nevada DMV DUI schools directory.
Where can you complete your court-ordered DUI classes?
You need to use a Nevada DMV-licensed provider – the court won’t accept just any online course. The Nevada DMV maintains an official list of approved schools. Always verify with your court that they’ll accept your chosen provider before paying.
For Las Vegas residents, you have two main options: take it online from home (most popular) or attend a Saturday class in person. Out-of-state defendants almost always choose online classes since they can complete everything without returning to Nevada.
Physical locations for in-person classes in Las Vegas:
City of Las Vegas First Offender DUI Program
100 Clark Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89101
Phone: (702) 229-2034
Classroom only
LRS Systems Ltd
600 S. 7th Street
Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
Phone: (702) 732-0214
Online, correspondence, and classroom options
Smart Choices Court Diversion Programs
900 South Valley View Blvd, Suite 195
Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: (702) 308-7414
Online, correspondence, and classroom options
ABC Drive Safe
3651 Lindell Rd Ste D 515
Las Vegas, NV 89103
Phone: (702) 943-0330
Phone (Spanish): (775) 338-6269
Online and classroom options
New Beginnings Counseling Center
3675 Pecos-McLeod Interconnect #200
Las Vegas, NV 89121
Phone: (702) 538-7412
Correspondence and classroom options
Counseling Action Project
3460 E. Sunset Road #K-108
Las Vegas, NV 89120
Phone: (702) 386-7933
Correspondence and classroom options
Atlas Giron Academy
4525 S Sandhill Rd Ste 107
Las Vegas, NV 89121
Phone: (725) 204-0772
Classroom only
Safe Driving School
9191 W. Flamingo Road, Suite 100
Las Vegas, NV 89147
Phone: (702) 522-9968
Classroom only
What happens if you don’t complete DUI school on time?
This is where things get serious. When you plead guilty to DUI, the judge gives you a 6-month suspended jail sentence. That means you avoid jail IF you complete all requirements, including DUI school. Miss your deadline? The judge can and often will impose that full 6-month sentence.
We’ve seen clients go to jail for missing their DUI school deadline. Don’t let this happen to you. If you’re running out of time, contact the court BEFORE your deadline expires. Judges are much more willing to grant extensions when you ask in advance rather than after you’ve already violated your probation.
Valid reasons for an extension include:
- You were too sick to attend class
- You were caring for a sick family member
- Financial hardship preventing payment
- Work conflicts (especially for out-of-state residents)
- Military deployment
But you must ask before the deadline – not after.
Can you take DUI school online from home?
Yes, and most people do. Nevada courts accept online DUI school from DMV-licensed providers, which means you can complete your entire 8-hour requirement from your couch. The course tracks your time to ensure you complete the full 8 hours, but you can log in and out as needed – you don’t have to finish it all at once.
Online courses include video lessons, reading materials, and quizzes throughout. At the end, you’ll take a multiple-choice final exam. Most providers give you unlimited retakes if you don’t pass the first time. Once you pass, you can download your certificate immediately and the provider notifies the court electronically.
This is especially helpful for out-of-state defendants who got arrested while visiting Las Vegas. You can complete everything from home without making another trip to Nevada. However, if you don’t have internet access, you may be able to take an equivalent class in your home state with prior court approval.
What about the Coroner’s DUI Program for high BAC?
If your blood alcohol concentration was 0.18% or higher, you’ll likely be ordered to complete the Coroner’s DUI Program in addition to regular DUI school. This is a 2-hour in-person class at the Clark County Coroner’s Office where you’ll view graphic images of drunk driving victims.
Unlike regular DUI school, you cannot complete this online. You must attend in person, and it typically costs an additional $150. Out-of-state defendants may need to return to Las Vegas unless the court pre-approves an equivalent program in their home state.
Do repeat DUI offenders take different classes?
Second-time offenders don’t take the basic 8-hour education course. Instead, you’ll be ordered to complete Level 2 treatment programs that run 12-16 hours or longer. These focus more on substance abuse treatment than basic education. If you have a prior DUI, the requirements are much more intensive and expensive.
| Offense | Course Level | Hours Required | Typical Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| First DUI | Level 1 | 8 hours | $49-$195 |
| Second DUI | Level 2 | 16 hours | $275+ |
| High BAC (0.18%+) | Level 1 + Coroner’s | 8 + 2 hours | $199-$345 |
What if your case gets reduced to reckless driving?
Even if your attorney negotiates your DUI down to reckless driving, judges typically still require you to complete DUI school. They consider it the price you pay for the charge reduction. You’ll likely face all the same requirements as a first-time DUI, just with a better charge on your record.
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