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Jury Trial

Jury Trials in Nevada: Everything You Need to Know Many of us have received a jury summons in the mail before. It can be unpleasant to have to take time off work in an attempt to avoid jury duty. In some cases, you even show up and just sit there for the entire time of Jury Trial

Criminal Process in Nevada

Criminal Process in Nevada: What Happens When a Criminal Complaint Is Filed Against You The constitution says that we have the right to a speedy trial if accused in a criminal prosecution according to the 6th Amendment. However, on the contrary, most criminal cases can be long drawn out processes even if the criminal charge Criminal Process in Nevada

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 to another person, some people’s actions can be considered harassment, and someone might not even consider it harassment. But harassment comes in many forms and can mean many things to different people. For example, Nevada NRS 200.571: Harassment in Nevada

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 information or can sometimes use an older person’s information while featuring a photo of a different person. This second option was more common and simpler to accomplish before the use of computers and the internet. Fake ID Laws

DUI Hit and Run

DUI Hit and Run: Penalties and More Driving while impaired is not only illegal but is just a bad idea in general, this only can go downhill if you hit another vehicle. Since you’re already driving impaired you may have the urge to flee the scene if you are involved in a motor vehicle crash. Maybe DUI Hit and Run

Beyond Reasonable Doubt

Beyond Reasonable Doubt: Definition, How to Prove, Examples, and More The legal standard of ‘beyond reasonable doubt’ is a cornerstone of the criminal justice system. It is used to determine guilt or innocence in criminal cases, and it requires that proof presented by the prosecution be so convincing that there is no other logical explanation Beyond Reasonable Doubt

NRS 199.500: Criminal Solicitation

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NRS 199.500: Understanding Criminal Solicitation in Nevada—Definition, Examples, Penalties, and Common Defenses Criminal solicitation in Nevada is a serious offense that can lead to severe penalties for those convicted. It is crucial to understand the intricacies of this crime, including its definition, examples, possible penalties, and common defense strategies. This article will explore these aspects NRS 199.500: Criminal Solicitation

NRS 201.455: Bestiality

NRS 201.455: Bestiality Definition, What Nevada Law Says, Penalties & More So what exactly is bestiality? Many people have no idea what it actually means, but if there is a law against it and penalties related to it, then it must be something important. In Nevada, there are a specific set of laws that define NRS 201.455: Bestiality

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 statute that prohibits the luring of children and persons with mental illness by those who intend to harm them in some way. This law makes it illegal for an adult or other person to lure NRS 201.560: Luring a Child

NRS 205.240 Petit Larceny

Retail Shoplifting. Man Stealing In Supermarket

NRS 205.240: Understanding Petit Larceny in Nevada—Definition, Penalties, and Defenses Petit larceny, also known as petty theft, is a criminal offense in Nevada that involves the intentional stealing of someone else’s property valued at less than $1,200. This type of crime falls under the umbrella of theft crimes. While it may seem like a minor NRS 205.240 Petit Larceny