The legal drinking age in Nevada is 21. This means that minors under the age of 21 are not allowed to consume alcohol, or even to possess alcohol unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. Unlike other states, Nevada does not prohibit public intoxication or purchasing alcohol on Sundays. But it is a misdemeanor offense for you to: drive with an open container, furnish alcohol to a minor, drink or possess alcohol if you are underage, or drive under the influence. Penalties include up to six months in jail and/or up to $1,000 in fines. There are additional punishments for DUIs, including a driver’s license suspension. And drunk driving becomes a category B felony if someone gets seriously injured. In this article, our Las Vegas criminal defense attorneys explain Nevada liquor laws, including: 1. What is the legal drinking age? 2. Is public intoxication a crime? 3. Is it illegal to drive with an open container? 4. Can you walk around with alcohol in Las Vegas? 5. What time can you buy al...
