Nevada Traffic Ticket Penalties

In Nevada, a traffic ticket carries fines, fees, and demerit points against your driving record. Drivers who accumulate a certain number of points within a 12-month period face a six-month license suspension.

Below, we cover the penalties for common traffic violations like speeding, running a red light or stop sign, and distracted driving.

What Are the Fines, Points, & Jail Time for Nevada Speeding Tickets?

The penalties for speeding violations in Nevada depend on the driver's speed in relation to the speed limit and whether the violation led to injuries or property damage.

Nevada's Speed Limit Laws

A driver can get a speeding ticket for several types of violations. First, a driver is prohibited from exceeding the posted speed limit. Second, a driver must not travel at a speed that would endanger life, limb, or property of another person. Third, it’s illegal to operate a car at a rate of speed greater than 80 miles per hour. Finally, drivers are prohibited from traveling at a speed that is greater than is “reasonable or proper.” (Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 484B.600 (2025).)

Penalties for Speeding Tickets in Nevada

In Nevada, speeding is considered a misdemeanor if the driver exceeded the speed limit by at least 30 miles per hour or the violation resulted in injuries or property damage. The misdemeanor classification makes jail time of up to six months possible. (Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 484B.600 (2025).)

What Are the Fines & Points for Stop Sign and Traffic Light Tickets in Nevada?

Stop sign and red light violations are civil infractions in Nevada. The maximum penalties are set by statute, but the specific fine amounts vary by jurisdiction and are usually less than the maximums provided below.

Nevada's Stop Sign and Traffic Signal Rules

At a stop sign or traffic light, drivers must come to a complete stop before the nearest stop line, without entering the crosswalk or intersection. (Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 484B.257 (2025); Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 484B.307 (2025).)

Penalties for Stop Sign and Red Light Violations in Nevada

Nevada’s Distracted Driving Penalties

Distracted driving is a civil infraction in Nevada. The penalties depend on the number of prior convictions.

Nevada's Texting and Cell Phone Rules for Drivers

In Nevada, it’s illegal for drivers to text, access the internet, or make calls while holding their cell phone. However, drivers can touch their phones to activate, deactivate, or initiate a feature or function on the phone. They may also use their phones to report a medical emergency, road hazard, or crime. (Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 484B.165 (2025).)

Nevada's Distracted Driving Penalties

How Are Penalties Affect by Work and Pedestrian Safety Zones?

Drivers may face double penalties for violating certain traffic laws in areas designated as work zones or “pedestrian safety zones.” The additional penalty cannot be more than $1000, six months imprisonment, or 120 hours of community service. Speeding, distracted driving, and running a stop sign or red light are some of the violations that can result in double penalties. (Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 484B.130 (2025); Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 484B.135 (2025).)

How Do Points Affect Driving Privileges?

Each time a driver is convicted of a moving violation, points are assessed against the driver’s record. If a driver accumulates 12 points or more within a 12-month period, the driver’s license is suspended automatically for six months. (Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 483.448 (2025).)

What Are the Points for Other Moving Violations?

The following table provides additional points assessed against a driver’s record if convicted.