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Exculpatory Evidence
Understanding Exculpatory Evidence: A Comprehensive Guide In the complex world of criminal law, understanding the various types of evidence and..read more
Depositions
Depositions: Definition, Purpose, and Preparation Depositions form a critical part of the discovery process in any legal case, providing a..read more
Injunction
Injunctions: What Is It, How Does It Work, & Other FAQs We hear about restraining orders and protection orders all..read more
Second-Degree Murder
Second-Degree Murder in Nevada: Definition, Penalties and Defenses When it comes to criminal charges, murder is undeniably one of the..read more
First Degree Murder
First-Degree Murder in Nevada: Definition, Penalties, and Defenses In the state of Nevada, few crimes carry more severe consequences than..read more
Contempt of Court
Understanding Contempt of Court in Nevada: A Definitive Guide When it comes to the smooth functioning of the judicial system,..read more
NRS 484B.550: Evading or Eluding the Police
NRS 484B.550: Evading or Eluding the Police in Nevada—Definition, Penalties, & Related Offenses While it may make an exciting thing..read more
Civil Rights Lost on Conviction
What Civil Rights Are Lost After Conviction in Nevada: Misdemeanor and Felony Offenses When individuals are convicted of a misdemeanor..read more
Forgery in Nevada
Forgery in Nevada: Definition, Penalties, Defenses, and More Forgery is a serious crime with far-reaching implications and penalties. In Nevada,..read more
NRS 200.060: Unlawful Assembly
NRS 200.060: Unlawful Assembly in Nevada—Understanding the Definition, Penalties, and Related Offenses Understanding the legal implications of unlawful assembly as..read more
How to Get Your Gun Rights Back in Nevada
How to Get Your Gun Rights Back in Nevada Not many people realize that when you are convicted of a..read more
Guilty Verdict
Navigating the Aftermath: Life After a Guilty Verdict in Nevada The criminal justice system in Nevada can be a daunting..read more
NRS 201.300: Sex Trafficking
NRS 201.300: Sex Trafficking Laws in Nevada Sex trafficking is undoubtedly a significant issue in the United States, particularly in large..read more
Arrested Without a Warrant
Arrested Without a Warrant in Nevada: What Counts as a Legal or Illegal Arrest Arrests happen all the time for..read more
Extradition Process
Extradition Process Nevada: Definition, Procedure, and Challenges We all hear on the news when high-profile defendants are arrested in one..read more
NRS 171.1257: Arrested by The Postal Inspector
NRS 171.1257: Arrested by The Postal Inspector Did you know that the United States Postal Inspector has the right to..read more
NRS 201.450: Sex with a Dead Body in Nevada
NRS 201.450: Sex with a Dead Body in Nevada The intricacies of law are vast and complex, often encompassing scenarios..read more
Hung Jury
Understanding Hung Jury: Implications, Options, and Strategies Understanding the concept of a hung jury and its implications is essential for..read more
Preponderance of Evidence
Preponderance of Evidence: Definition, Difference Between Reasonable Doubt, and More In Nevada, it is important to understand the legal term..read more
Jury Trial
Jury Trials in Nevada: Everything You Need to Know Many of us have received a jury summons in the mail..read more
Criminal Process in Nevada
Criminal Process in Nevada: What Happens When a Criminal Complaint Is Filed Against You The constitution says that we have..read more
NRS 200.571: Harassment in Nevada
NRS 200.571: Harassment in Nevada—Definition, Penalties, and FAQs While harassment is something most people don’t think they could ever do..read more
Fake ID Laws
Fake ID Laws in Nevada: Definition, Penalties, and Consequences (NRS 205.460 – 205.465) Fake IDs can either have completely made-up..read more
DUI Hit and Run
DUI Hit and Run: Penalties and More Driving while impaired is not only illegal but is just a bad idea..read more
Beyond Reasonable Doubt
Beyond Reasonable Doubt: Definition, How to Prove, Examples, and More The legal standard of ‘beyond reasonable doubt’ is a cornerstone..read more
NRS 199.500: Criminal Solicitation
NRS 199.500: Understanding Criminal Solicitation in Nevada—Definition, Examples, Penalties, and Common Defenses Criminal solicitation in Nevada is a serious offense..read more
NRS 201.455: Bestiality
NRS 201.455: Bestiality Definition, What Nevada Law Says, Penalties & More So what exactly is bestiality? Many people have no..read more
NRS 201.560: Luring a Child
NRS 201.560: Luring a Child or a Person with Mental Illness in Nevada—A Comprehensive Guide NRS 201.560 is a Nevada..read more
NRS 205.240 Petit Larceny
NRS 205.240: Understanding Petit Larceny in Nevada—Definition, Penalties, and Defenses Petit larceny, also known as petty theft, is a criminal..read more
Miss Jury Duty
Missing Jury Duty in Nevada: What the Law Says, Valid Excuses, & Penalties Many of us have received the dreaded..read more
Bench Trial
Bench Trials Demystified: Understanding the Process and Implications The Constitution guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial if..read more
Is Counting Cards Illegal in Nevada
Card Counting in Nevada & Other Forms of Cheating Contrary to popular belief, counting cards is not considered a criminal..read more
Money Laundering
Money Laundering Laws in Nevada: Definition, Penalties, Defenses, and More When most people think of money laundering they of what we..read more
Postponing a Court Date in Nevada
Postponing a Court Date in Nevada: Rules & Procedures If you are arrested or receive a citation for criminal behavior, you..read more
NRS 200.050: Voluntary Manslaughter in Nevada
NRS 200.050: Voluntary Manslaughter in Nevada—Definition & Penalties Have you ever been so angry with someone that you wanted to..read more
NRS 202.300: Nevada Laws for “Aiding a Child to Possess a Gun”—A Comprehensive Overview
NRS 202.300: Nevada Laws for “Aiding a Child to Possess a Gun”—A Comprehensive Overview Under Nevada gun laws, minors (under..read more
NRS 212.090: Penalties for Escape & Attempted Escape
NRS 212.090: Penalties for Escape & Attempted Escape The Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) section 212.090 addresses the penalties for escape..read more
NRS 202.485: Nevada’s Laws Against Leaving Children Unattended in Vehicles
NRS 202.485: Nevada’s Laws Against Leaving Children Unattended in Vehicles Leaving your children unattended in a motor vehicle can be..read more
Plea Bargains in Nevada: What Is It and How Does It Work
Plea Bargains in Nevada: What Is It and How Does It Work Plea bargains are a common practice in criminal..read more
What Happens When You Don’t Return a Rental Car in Nevada
What Happens When You Don’t Return a Rental Car in Nevada If you drive, you might have rented a car..read more
NRS 200.310: Kidnapping Laws in Nevada
Understanding Nevada’s Kidnapping Law: NRS 200.310-330 Kidnapping is considered one of the most heinous crimes that can be committed against..read more
Serial Killer vs Mass Murderer: What is the Difference Between the Two
Serial Killer vs Mass Murderer: What is the Difference Between the Two We all have a little bit of morbid..read more
NRS 484B.650: Aggressive Driving
NRS 484B.650: Everything You Need to Know About Aggressive Driving in Nevada Driving aggressively is considered a severe violation in..read more
Harboring a Fugitive: Legal Definition, Penalties, & More
Harboring a Fugitive: Legal Definition, Penalties, & More We’ve all seen it on TV or maybe in a Cops episode..read more
NRS 202.055: Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor
NRS 202.055: Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor – Penalties and Other FAQs Answered NRS 202.055 is a Nevada statute that..read more
The Role of Negligence in Criminal Cases: A Comprehensive Guide
The Role of Negligence in Criminal Cases: A Comprehensive Guide Negligence and gross negligence are legal concepts commonly used in..read more
Public Defenders vs Private Attorneys: Which One to Choose in Nevada?
Public Defenders vs Private Attorneys: Which One to Choose in Nevada? If you are facing criminal charges in Nevada, you..read more
Civil vs Criminal Cases in Nevada: What You Need to Know
Civil vs Criminal Cases in Nevada: What You Need to Know Do you know the differences between civil and criminal..read more
NRS 202.595: Reckless Endangerment in Nevada – What It Means, Penalties, & Others
NRS 202.595: Reckless Endangerment in Nevada – What It Means, Penalties, & Others NRS 202.595, commonly referred to as Reckless..read more
Unveiling the Process: What to Expect When Meeting a DUI Attorney for the First Time
Unveiling the Process: What to Expect When Meeting a DUI Attorney for the First Time Driving under the influence (DUI)..read more
NRS 484B.150: Nevada’s Open Container Law—Penalties & Other Questions Answered
NRS 484B.150: Nevada’s Open Container Law—Penalties & Other Questions Answered Nevada is known for its bustling city of Las Vegas,..read more
10 Benefits of Hiring a DUI Lawyer
10 Benefits of Hiring a DUI Lawyer DUI charges are serious and can have a lasting impact on your life...read more
Probable Cause
Understanding Probable Cause in Nevada In the United States, police officers must have probable cause to arrest someone. But what..read more
Knowing Your Rights: A Guide to Understanding The Exclusionary Rule
Knowing Your Rights: A Guide to Understanding The Exclusionary Rule The Exclusionary Rule is an important legal doctrine that protects..read more
NRS 484C.130: Vehicular Homicide
NRS 484C.130: Vehicular Homicide—What Nevada Law Says Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a serious offense that..read more
NRS 484B.657: Vehicular Manslaughter
Vehicular Manslaughter in Nevada: Understanding NRS 484B.657 Vehicular manslaughter is a criminal offense in Nevada that can result in severe..read more
Partial Birth Abortions
Partial Birth Abortions On June 24th, 2022, the United States Supreme court overturned the 1973 landmark case, Roe V. Wade...read more
NRS 205.275: Buying, Receiving, and Possession of Stolen Property
NRS 205.275: Buying, Receiving, and Possession of Stolen Property NRS 205.275, commonly referred to as the “Receipt of Stolen Property”..read more
NRS 199.480: Criminal Conspiracy Laws in Nevada
NRS 199.480: Criminal Conspiracy Laws in Nevada Conspiracy is the agreement between two or more people to violate the law...read more
NRS 199.210: Tampering with Evidence or Offering False Evidence
NRS 199.210: Tampering with Evidence or Offering False Evidence NRS 199.210 is a Nevada statute that makes it illegal to..read more
NRS 199.220: Destroying Evidence—Penalties and Examples
NRS 199.220: Destroying Evidence—Penalties and Examples NRS 199.120, commonly known as “Destroying Evidence”, is a Nevada statute that makes it..read more
Garrity Rights
Your Guide to Understanding Garrity Rights and Protecting Your Job Security You may have never heard of Garrity rights since..read more
NRS 200.368: Statutory Rape
NRS 200.368: A Look at Nevada’s Statutory Rape Laws and Penalties Statutory rape, or statutory sexual seduction, occurs when an..read more
NRS 196.010: Treason
NRS 196.010: Treason Laws in Nevada, Punishments and Other Consequences We don’t really talk about treason or what treason is and..read more
NRS 200.070: Involuntary Manslaughter
NRS 200.070: Involuntary Manslaughter in Navada – What It Means, Punishments, and Common Defenses Recently in Henderson, there was a..read more
Pimping and Pandering Laws in Nevada
Pimping and Pandering Laws in Nevada Pimping and Pandering are considered separate crimes by definition and are charged as separate..read more
Police Entrapment Laws
All Your Questions Answered About Nevada Entrapment Laws You may have heard of the term “entrapment” before, but what does..read more
NRS 205.445: Defrauding an Innkeeper
NRS 205.445: Defrauding an Innkeeper In Nevada, it is a crime to knowingly defraud an innkeeper according to NRS 205.445...read more
NRS 200.366: Sexual Assault and Rape Laws in Nevada
NRS 200.366: Sexual Assault and Rape Laws in Nevada Sexual assault is a heinous crime that can have long-lasting effects..read more
Statute of Limitations for Sexual Assault in Nevada
Statute of Limitations for Sexual Assault in Nevada Sexual assault is a heinous crime that can have long-lasting effects on..read more
NRS 203.050: Affray Charges
NRS 203.050: Affray Charges in Nevada—Everything You Need to Know Early this year, an adult and a student were booked..read more
NRS 205.450: False Personation Laws in Nevada
NRS 205.450: False Personation Laws in Nevada Recently, a man was indicted for falsely impersonating an IRS employee. The man..read more
Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor
Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor Have you ever seen a group of teenagers standing outside of the mini-mart..read more
RICO and Racketeering Laws
RICO and Racketeering Laws in Nevada If you haven’t seen the movie Casino, then I’m sure you are either really young..read more
Is It Illegal to Destroy Money in Nevada?
Is It Illegal to Destroy Money in Nevada? When it comes to money, there are a lot of rules and..read more
Fugitive From Justice
Fugitive From Justice: Everything You Need to Know We all remember America’s Most Wanted with John Walsh which was on..read more
Stay of Execution
Nevada Rules on Stay of Execution The Death Penalty is a very polarizing topic in America. Some people firmly believe..read more
Teacher Student Sexual Relationships
What Nevada Law Says About Teacher-Student Sexual Relationships The teacher-student relationship has been under some scrutiny over the last several..read more
Malice
Malice in Nevada Law: What You Need to Know Malice is defined as “the intention or desire to do evil..read more
Las Vegas Hookers
Las Vegas Hookers: Are They Legal or Not? As everyone says prostitution is the world’s oldest profession. In Las Vegas,..read more
Breach of Peace
NRS 203.030: Provoking or Inciting Breach of Peace Riots are destructive, dangerous, and disruptive. They can cause physical harm to people..read more
NRS 199.120: What You Need to Know About Perjury and Subornation of Perjury in Nevada
NRS 199.120: What You Need to Know About Perjury and Subornation of Perjury in Nevada Movies and TV shows are..read more
NRS 203.070: Nevada Rioting and Routing Laws You Need to Know
NRS 203.070: Nevada Rioting and Routing Laws You Need to Know In Nevada, rioting and routing are considered serious offenses...read more
Conspiracy to Commit Murder
Conspiracy to Commit Murder A lot of people don’t realize that agreeing with another person to commit a crime such..read more
Peeing in Public
Urinating or Defecating in Public: What Does Nevada Law Say? It is against the law to urinate or defecate in..read more
Capital Murder Laws
Capital Murder Laws in Nevada Capital murder is the most serious form of homicide that can be charged in Nevada...read more
NRS 458.260 Public Intoxication in Nevada
NRS 458.260 Public Intoxication in Nevada: Is It Illegal and Can You Get Arrested? Public intoxication, or public drunkenness, is..read more
NRS 207.030: Vagrancy Law
NRS 207.030: Everything You Need to Know About Nevada’s Vagrancy Law Earlier this year, a man was arrested for vagrancy..read more
Mail Fraud
What Is Mail Fraud: Penalties, Examples and Other Related Crimes I’ve been blessed to live in the same place for..read more
Attempted Murder by Poisoning
Attempted Murder By Poisoning If you’re a fan of the ID channel and their shows dedicated to murder mysteries then..read more
Attempted Murder
Attempted Murder We’ve all heard the stories or have seen them played out on any ID show, where a spouse..read more
Drunk on a Plane
Drunk on a Plane: Is It Illegal to Be Intoxicated in a Plane? Everyone has heard the saying, vacation begins..read more
Attempted Crimes In Nevada
Attempted Crimes In Nevada We have all heard the term “Attempted Murder” on the news or on a court TV..read more
Deportable Offenses: What Crimes Are Eligible for Deportation
Deportable Offenses: What Crimes Are Eligible for Deportation Worried about getting deported due to a crime in Nevada? Depending on..read more
NRS 202.255: Spring Gun Law in Nevada
NRS 202.255: Spring Gun Law in Nevada With all our attention on gun laws after mass shootings or school shootings,..read more
Nevada Alcohol Laws
Nevada Alcohol Laws on Underage Drinking Underage drinking—we all have tried alcohol at one time or another before we turned..read more
Domestic Violence With Strangulation in NV: Penalties, Jail Time, and Common Defenses
Domestic Violence With Strangulation in NV: Penalties, Jail Time, and Common Defenses If you are charged with domestic violence by..read more
Felony Murder in Nevada: What You Need to Know About Nevada’s Felony Murder Rule
Felony Murder in Nevada: What You Need to Know About Nevada’s Felony Murder Rule In Nevada, felony murder is defined..read more
NRS 200.405 – Administering Drugs to Aid in a Felony
NRS 200.405 – Administering Drugs to Aid in a Felony A defendant can be guilty of the crime of NRS..read more
What Is Domestic Battery First Degree? Definitions, Penalties, and Common Defenses in Nevada
What Is Domestic Battery First Degree? Definitions, Penalties, and Common Defenses in Nevada If you’ve been charged with domestic battery..read more
Nevada Knife Laws: What You Need to Know About Knife Laws in Nevada
Nevada Knife Laws: What You Need to Know About Knife Laws in Nevada In Nevada, it is legal to carry..read more
Failure to Pay Child Support in Nevada – Federal Law Recap (18 U.S.C. 228)
Failure to Pay Child Support in Nevada: The Consequences of Willfully Not Paying Child Support – Federal Law Recap (18 U.S.C. ..read more
Drive By Shootings and Federal Laws in Nevada
Drive By Shootings and Federal Laws in Nevada Drive by shootings, especially those that involve drugs have draconian punishments on..read more
Auto Insurance Fraud
Auto Insurance Fraud in Las Vegas Nevada We have all said it at one time or another right ? You..read more
Animal Abuse and Animal Cruelty
Animal Abuse and Animal Cruelty Laws in Nevada Animal abuse and cruelty is not only a criminal act but a..read more
Las Vegas Nevada Carjacking Defense Lawyer
What is Carjacking Carjacking is the taking of a motor vehicle by force, violence, or intimidation from the driver. Carjacking..read more
Chop Shop Defense Attorney
Chop Shop Defense Attorney What Exactly is Considered a Chop Shop? It is illegal by both state and federal law..read more
Arrested in Las Vegas For Drug Possession As a Tourist
Drug Possession Arrest for Tourists in Las Vegas Nevada What happens in Vegas… And you know the rest..read more
Squatters Laws and Penalties In Nevada
Squatting In Nevada and The Laws Squatting is not anything new, but recently has come to light due to..read more
2nd DUI Offense in Nevada
Second DUI in Nevada: Definition, Penalties, and FAQs for Conviction of a 2nd DUI A second DUI offense is not..read more
Identify Theft Lawyer in Nevada
Identity Theft Laws in Nevada – The Defenders During the pandemic we have heard on the news of many..read more
Defense Lawyer For Trespassing in Nevada
Trespassing Laws and Legal Help in Nevada Many people don’t think about something like trespassing on a regular basis..read more
Age of Consent Laws and Defense Lawyer
Age of Consent Laws in Nevada Most of us at one time or another dated someone significantly younger or..read more
Las Vegas Child Abuse and Neglect Lawyers
Child Abuse, Neglect, and Endangerment Laws In Nevada As unpleasant as this topic is, it is obviously something that..read more
Nevada Cyberstalking Laws and Defense Lawyer
What Exactly is Cyberstalking Cyberstalking is a relatively new crime in Nevada and the laws seem to be way..read more
Get Help With An Indictment
Understanding Indictment Charges in Nevada: What You Need to Know When it comes to the criminal justice system, the process..read more
Representation at your Bail Hearing
Should you have legal representation at your bail hearing? If you’ve been arrested and charged with a criminal act in..read more
Can My Nevada Criminal Record be Expunged?
Can I get an Expungement of my Criminal Record in Nevada? The simple answer to that question is NO. Nevada..read more
Domestic Battery Charges In Nevada
Domestic Battery Charges and Getting a Lawyer Everyone has an argument with their spouse, significant other, or another family..read more
Drug Trafficking Charges
Drug Trafficking Charges If you’ve been charged with drug trafficking in Nevada, you need a lawyer to represent you. If..read more
Cocaine Laws In Nevada
Cocaine Laws Nevada Cocaine is a schedule II narcotic that is illegal in all 50 states. Cocaine is usually sold..read more
Casino Markers Laws in Nevada
What are Casino Markers and How They Work As all Nevada residents know the casinos want nothing more than to..read more
Nevada Identity Theft – Laws and FAQs
Nevada Identity Theft – Laws and FAQs According to Nevada law, identity theft is a criminal act and it is..read more
Probation Violation in Nevada
Probation Violation in Nevada A judge has the option to choose to enforce probation as an alternative to jail time..read more
Community Service in Clark County
Community Service in Clark County In courtrooms across the country, judges often mandate community service as a part of sentencing..read more
Public Indecency and Obscene Exposure
Public Indecency and Obscene Exposure In Nevada, indecent exposure and exposing one’s genitals in public places, or private places seeable..read more
Ghost Guns and the Law
Ghost Guns Under Scrutiny: Definition, Federal and State Laws, FAQs Answered In recent years, the term “ghost guns” has..read more
Fraud in Nevada
Fraud in Nevada In legal terms, fraud is an “intentional deception” to secure unfair or unlawful gain, or to deprive..read more
Nevada Gun Laws and Out-of-State Visitors
Nevada Gun Laws and Out-of-State Visitors While reviewing Nevada gun laws, it is important to note that such laws apply..read more
Assault and Battery and Nevada State Laws
Assault and Battery and Nevada State Laws When it comes to assault and battery, many people think the terms are..read more
What to do if you are arrested – Jail, Bail, and Bond
What to do if you are arrested – Jail, Bail, and Bond What do I do if I get arrested? Without..read more
Criminal Law – Q & A
Criminal Law – Q & A There are many questions people have about the law when it comes to criminal..read more
Helping You Understand Criminal Law Terminology and Classifications
Helping You Understand Criminal Law Terminology and Classifications Your criminal defense lawyer will be required to use standard legal terminology..read more
Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Criminal Defense Attorney
Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Criminal Defense Attorney Are you facing or may potentially be facing a criminal charge?..read more
Bail: Getting Out of Jail – What Next?
Bail: Getting Out of Jail – What Next? How do I get out of here? And how soon can that..read more
Do I Have a Warrant in My Name?
Do I Have a Warrant in My Name? In Nevada, you may determine whether or not there are outstanding..read more
Leaving Your Pet in Your Car
Leaving Your Pet in Your Car According to Nevada Revised Statute 202.487 (NRS 202.487), it is a misdemeanor to..read more
Parole in Nevada
Parole in Nevada: How It Works & Other FAQs Answered Parole is a privilege granted to individuals who have served..read more
Grand Larceny in Nevada
Grand Larceny in Nevada: What Is It, Penalties, and Other FAQs Grand Larceny is a serious criminal offense in Nevada,..read more
Nevada Statute of Limitations
Nevada Statute of Limitations In Nevada, the statute of limitations is how long a plaintiff has to file a..read more
Self-Defense in Nevada
Self-Defense in Nevada: Know Your Rights According to the Nevada Law, people are allowed to fight back against intruders that..read more
Record Sealing in Nevada
Record Sealing in Nevada Everyone makes mistakes, and as unfortunate as it sounds, your mistakes leave a mark on your..read more
Five Things You Need to Know About Battery Domestic Violence in Nevada
Five Things You Need to Know About Battery Domestic Violence in Nevada If you have been charged or arrested for..read more
What to Do if You Were Falsely Accused of a Sex Crime
What to Do if You Were Falsely Accused of a Sex Crime If you were accused of a sex crime..read more
Castle Doctrine vs. Stand Your Ground
Can a Lawyer Defend Someone They Know is Guilty? In Nevada, there are a few different statutes that apply in..read more
Can a Lawyer Defend Someone They Know is Guilty?
Can a Lawyer Defend Someone They Know is Guilty? Many people that are charged with a crime worry that,..read more
Brandishing a Weapon in Nevada
Brandishing a Weapon in Nevada Many states have certain laws that allow someone to draw a firearm or deadly..read more
Nevada Felony Sentencing Guidelines
Nevada Felony Sentencing Guidelines There are two different types of sentences when you get charged with a crime: misdemeanor and..read more
Battery Vs. Domestic Violence Laws
Battery Vs. Domestic Violence Laws Domestic violence is a broad term and talked about a lot, although can be very..read more
Nevada Prostitution and Brothel Laws
Nevada Prostitution and Brothel Laws Prostitution is uncommon in the United States today, as only one state still allows..read more
Nevada Home Invasion Laws
Nevada Home Invasion Laws In the State of Nevada, home invasion is a crime that occurs when a person uses..read more
Nevada Sex Offender Guidelines
Nevada Sex Offender Guidelines Nevada does not take sex offender guidelines lightly, and divides convicted sex offenders into three categories...read more
Types of Domestic Violence and Domestic Violence Laws
Types of Domestic Violence and Domestic Violence Laws Being charged with a domestic violence offense can quickly take away your..read more
Castle Doctrine and Nevada
Castle Doctrine and Nevada In the State of Nevada, there are a variety of statutes applying to the right of..read more
Nevada Concealed Carry
Nevada Concealed Carry If you may legally carry or possess firearms in Nevada, you must apply for a permit in..read more
Can I Open Carry in a Vehicle in Nevada?
Can I Open Carry in a Vehicle in Nevada? In Nevada, if you are legally allowed to possess firearms, you..read more
What is the Difference Between Parole and Probation?
What is the Difference Between Parole and Probation? When involved in legal trouble, there are a number of consequences or..read more
You’ve Been Accused of a Crime…What Now?
You’ve Been Accused of a Crime…What Now? You’ve been accused of a crime. You may be in shock or disbelief,..read more
The Differences Between Robbery and Burglary
What are the differences between Robbery and Burglary? The Differences Between Robbery and Burglary When addressing the crimes of theft,..read more
RESTRAINING ORDERS
Restraining Order There are many different types of restraining orders, or emergency protective orders. Simply put, their primary purpose is..read more
Stand Your Ground
NEVADANS HAVE A RIGHT TO “STAND YOUR GROUND” Know your rights under Nevada “stand your ground” law with “no duty..read more
Questions to Ask When Choosing a Criminal Defense Lawyer
Questions to Ask When Choosing a Criminal Defense Lawyer For most people, criminal law is something outside of their daily..read more
Bail Denied to driver in DUI Crash that killed Two Teen Pedestrians
Bail Denied to Driver in DUI Crash That Kills 2 Teens On Monday, August 3, 2020, at about 7 PM,..read more
Smoking Weed in a Las Vegas Hotel
Important things to know about Smoking Weed in a Las Vegas, NV Hotel Do an internet search on Smoking Weed..read more
The Nevada Crime of Lewdness with a Child
Lewdness With a Child in Nevada Charges of Lewdness with a Child have been mentioned in two recent news articles. ..read more
COVID-19 cited as factor in increased illegal Street Racing
One of the unexpected results of the COVID-19 pandemic is the nationwide increase in street racing One of the..read more
How do I get my car back after a DUI?
How do I get my Vehicle back after a DUI Charge? If you’re vehicle has been impounded by police, either..read more
How Can I Get My License Back After a DUI?
How do I get my Driver License back After I’ve had a DUI in Nevada? At the time of your..read more
Nevada Governor Sisolak outlines COVID-19 Strategy
Governor Sisolak Outlines the State’s plans to Repoen the State. Governor Steve Sisolak of Nevada in a press conference April..read more
Can a DUI be dismissed?
Can a DUI be dismissed? Whether a DUI can be dismissed is a question that many clients ask their lawyers..read more
Help NV-CURE Make A Change!
Help NV-CURE Make A Change! Please review the attached ACLU letter to Governor Sisolak and others regarding COVID 19 relief..read more
COVID-19 Business Update
COVID-19 Business Update Dear Clients and Friends, In times of uncertainty, it’s common to look for a sense of reassurance..read more
COVID-19 crisis leading to increased reports of Domestic Violence
COVID-19 crisis leading to increased reports of Domestic Violence There’s something about being confined in a close space with increased..read more
Corona Virus Business Closure Update
Corona Virus Business Closure Update As of March 12, 2020, Nevada is now under a state declared Emergency in response..read more
Choosing a Criminal Defense Lawyer
Choosing a Criminal Defense Lawyer If you have been charged or think you may be charged with a criminal act,..read more
Do I Need a Lawyer to Represent Me in Court?
Do I Need a Lawyer to Represent Me in Court? You’ve probably found yourself wondering whether you really need a..read more
What does Criminal Defense mean?
What does Criminal Defense mean? If you are charged for committing a prohibited act under the criminal code of Nevada,..read more
When is a DUI a Felony?
When is a DUI a Felony? In Nevada, every DUI is different, but there are basically two types of DUI..read more
Do I Need a Lawyer to plead guilty to a DUI?
Do I Need a Lawyer to plead guilty to a DUI? An old adage in the legal profession states, “He..read more
White Collar Crimes
White Collar Crimes in Nevada White Collar Crimes are made up of many different violations under the criminal code. These..read more
Is Prostitution Legal in Las Vegas?
Is Prostitution Legal in Las Vegas? Contrary to Las Vegas’s image as a party town and to many people’s perceptions,..read more
Avoid Getting a DUI during the holiday season
Avoid Getting a DUI during the holiday season A charge of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Nevada is a..read more
What is an Accomplice?
What is an Accomplice? Under Nevada law (NRS 195) you cannot be charged as an Accomplice in a crime. This is..read more
THE DEFENDERS IS THE NEW DEFENSE TEAM FOR NAPSO
The Defenders is Privileged to Announce Its Partnership with Nevada Association of Public Safety Officers (NAPSO) THE DEFENDERS IS THE..read more
Nevada Supreme Court establishes right to jury trial for Misdemeanor Domestic Violence
Nevada Supreme Court establishes right to jury trial for Misdemeanor Domestic Violence In a reversal of its 2014 ruling on..read more
Drug Paraphernalia in Nevada
What you need to know about Drug Paraphernalia in the State of Nevada Since they made marijuana legal for recreational..read more
What is Open or Gross Lewdness in Nevada?
NRS 201.210: Open or Gross Lewdness in the State of Nevada Gross Lewdness is a sexual crime in Nevada (NRS..read more
DAVID KOHLMEIER JOINS THE DEFENDERS
DAVID KOHLMEIER JOINS THE DEFENDERS The Defenders Grows Its Client Relations Team Las Vegas, Nevada – The Defenders Criminal Defense..read more
What is an Accessory After the Fact?
In Las Vegas, What is an Accessory After the Fact? Assisting someone who has committed a criminal act in specific..read more
NEW LAW: Community Service for Fines and Fees
Changes to the Nevada Criminal Laws – Fines and Fees Under a sweeping set of new laws passed by the..read more
New Law: Nevada Overhauls Criminal Justice (Part 2)
Part 2 – Overhauls to the Nevada Criminal Laws The Nevada legislature made big changes to the criminal justice system..read more
New Law: Nevada Overhauls Criminal Justice (Part 1)
Part 1 – Overhauls to the Nevada Criminal Laws Nevada’s state prison population is currently 13,800 inmates. This is up..read more
NEW LAW: Nevada Makes Changes to Domestic Violence Laws
Nevada Makes Changes to Domestic Violence (DV) Laws The Nevada legislative session is drawing to a close for its 2019..read more
New Nevada Law: Sealing of records for decriminalized acts
New Nevada Law: Sealing of Records for Decriminalized Acts A new law passed by the Nevada legislature and signed into..read more
53rd ANNIVERSARY OF MIRANDA RIGHTS
53rd ANNIVERSARY OF MIRANDA RIGHTS Fifty-three years ago, Miranda v. Arizona established landmark reform in the criminal justice system. ..read more
Weed Lounges Approved by Las Vegas City Council
Weed Lounges Approved by Las Vegas City Council The City of Las Vegas moved one step closer Wednesday to authorizing..read more
Sexual Assault would have no Statute of Limitations in Nevada Assembly Bill
No Statute of Limitations on Sexual Assault – Assembly Bill A bill was passed on April 19, 2019, by the..read more
Don’t Ruin Your Electric Daisy Carnival Party
Things to Avoid that can Ruin your Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Party Experience Every year in May, thousands descend on..read more
Not paying Casino Markers is a Crime in Nevada
Not Paying Casino Markers is a Crime in Nevada What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas as the old saying..read more
What is a DMV Administrative Hearing?
What is a Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Administrative Hearing If you’ve had your driver’s license revoked or suspended..read more
What are your rights during a Home Invasion?
Your Rights During a Home Invasion in Nevada On February 1, 2019, it was reported that a man was injured..read more
Identity Theft Cases in Nevada
Identity Theft Cases in Nevada Identity Theft is the act of using someone else’s identifying information to commit fraud by..read more
Charged with a Hit and Run?
Charged with a Hit and Run? Nevada State Law requires drivers who are “involved in a crash resulting in injury..read more
Illegal Search and Seizure
Illegal Search and Seizure Defense Lawyers Can police search my car on a traffic stop? We’ve discussed searches and seizures..read more
Police Interrogations in Las Vegas
Police Interrogations in Las Vegas Much has been made recently of whether law enforcement is required to tell you the..read more
How to Stop a Stalker
How to Stop a Stalker How to Stop a Stalker We represent those who are charged with stalking crimes. The..read more
Drug Enforcement Agency Controlled Substance Classifications
Drug Enforcement Agency Controlled Substance Classifications Drug Enforcement Agency Controlled Substance Classifications The federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), established in..read more
Will sleeping in your car help you avoid a DUI charge?
Will sleeping in your car help you avoid a DUI charge? Will sleeping in your car help you avoid a..read more
Arrested while visiting Las Vegas?
Arrested While Visiting Las Vegas? Know What to Do Next! Las Vegas is known for its lively entertainment, neon lights,..read more
The Nevada Crime of Embezzlement
The Nevada Crime of Embezzlement Embezzlement is a type of theft crime that one can face in Nevada. It occurs..read more
Fail a Breathalyzer? You Have Seven Days to Save your Driving Privileges
Fail a Breathalyzer? You Have Seven Days to Save your Driving Privileges Fail a Breathalyzer? You Have Seven Days to..read more
We’ve Moved
We've Moved The Defenders has moved! Since formation in 2009 as the criminal defense division of the Richard Harris Law..read more
Sex Crimes In Nevada
Sex Crimes In Nevada Sex Crimes in Nevada Second only to murder, sexual assault, or rape, is the most serious..read more
New Nevada Law Guarantees Domestic Violence Victims Leave from Work
New Nevada Law Guarantees Domestic Violence Victims Leave from Work Domestic violence victims in Nevada will receive new protections from..read more
Capital Punishment in Nevada
Capital Punishment in Nevada With the delayed execution of Nevada death row inmate Scott Dozier on November 14, the subject..read more
Firearms Crimes in Nevada
Firearms Crimes in Nevada While you may think Las Vegas is a modernized version of the Wild Wild West, in..read more
Resisting Arrest
Resisting Arrest The crime of resisting arrest is spelled out in Nevada law in NRS 199.280. This statute is titled simply..read more
Arson in Nevada
Arson in Nevada Arson is considered a very serious crime under Nevada law. There are various types of arson specified..read more
UPDATED: O. J. Simpson Focuses Increased Attention to Nevada’s Parole System
UPDATED: O. J. Simpson Focuses Increased Attention to Nevada’s Parole System UPDATE: July 20, 2017 O.J. Simpson was granted parole..read more
Clark County Addresses Growing Backlog of Homicide Cases
Clark County Addresses Growing Backlog of Homicide Cases Clark County’s backlog of homicide cases has grown to over 300 cases...read more
Defining Assault and Battery
Defining Assault and Battery Defining Assault and Battery We usually hear assault and battery used together and interchangeably but, under..read more
Stalking Crimes
Stalking Crimes Stalking in Nevada is defined as: “A person who, without lawful authority, willfully or maliciously engages in a..read more
Search and Seizure
Search and Seizure “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable..read more
Background Checks in Nevada
Background Checks in Nevada If you have been convicted of a violent crime, drug related crime or any other crime,..read more
When is a DUI Considered a Felony?
When is a DUI Considered a Felony? Three people are dead this morning and the Las Vegas Strip remains shut..read more
Vandalism in Nevada
Vandalism in Nevada Vandalism can be defined under Nevada law as the willful and malicious destruction of real or personal..read more
Recreational Marijuana: Some Thoughts to Consider
Recreational Marijuana: Some Thoughts to Consider Question 2 passed in the November 2016 election and took effect January 1, 2017...read more
Posting Bail: What You Need to Know
Posting Bail: What You Need to Know The United States Constitution guarantees bail for criminal defendants in the Eighth Amendment...read more
Domestic Violence in Nevada – Part Two – Protection Orders
Three dead on Strip after shooting, collision with cab In our previous post on this subject, we covered the statutes..read more
Domestic Violence in Nevada – Part One – Statutes and Punishments
Domestic Violence in Nevada – Part One – Statutes and Punishments Nevada has consistently ranked among the top five worst..read more
Nevada Criminal Code – Part II: Gross Misdemeanors and Misdemeanors
Nevada Criminal Code – Part II: Gross Misdemeanors and Misdemeanors In our previous post on the Nevada criminal code, we reviewed the..read more
Nevada Criminal Code – Part I: Felonies
Nevada Criminal Code – Part I: Felonies Life, liberty, and property: this phrase in the Fifth Amendment to the U.S...read more
What is a Miranda Warning?
What is a Miranda Warning? We’ve seen it on TV. In almost any cop show, you’ll see the TV cops..read more
Constitutional Rights of Defendants in Criminal Cases
Three dead on Strip after shooting, collision with cab One of the least understood aspects in the treatment of those..read more
Warrants – What you need to know
Warrants – What you need to know “Amendment IV: The right of the people to be secure in their persons,..read more
Nevada Recreational Marijuana Legalization
Nevada Recreational Marijuana Legalization Among the things we will vote on, on November 8, besides the presidential election, is a..read more
BURGLARY: WHAT IS IT?
BURGLARY: WHAT IS IT? The romanticized image of the burglar is deeply ingrained in the American psyche. It is the..read more
SEALING OF CRIMINAL RECORDS
SEALING OF CRIMINAL RECORDS If you have applied for employment or a professional license but were rejected, or have been..read more
Tips for Beating a Possession of a Controlled Substance Charge in Nevada
Tips for Beating a Possession of a Controlled Substance Charge in Nevada Taking a vacation to Reno, Las Vegas, or..read more
Three dead on Strip after shooting, collision with cab
Three dead on Strip after shooting, collision with cab Three people are dead this morning and the Las Vegas Strip..read more
Reckless Driving
Reckless Driving What is a reckless driving? In some states, it is possible to get a DUI charge reduced to..read more