Criminal Defense News Las Vegas

What does Criminal Defense mean? If you are charged for committing a prohibited act under the criminal code of Nevada, the government entity (also called “the state”) who brought the charge becomes the plaintiff, and you become the defendant. “The state” is represented by a prosecutor, who will attempt to obtain a verdict for the … What does Criminal Defense mean?

Is Prostitution Legal in Las Vegas? Contrary to Las Vegas’s image as a party town and to many people’s perceptions, prostitution is NOT legal in Las Vegas or surrounding Clark County, Nevada.  While it is true that prostitution is legal in certain rural counties of Nevada and in very specific circumstances, it is illegal outside … Is Prostitution Legal in Las Vegas?

In Las Vegas, What is an Accessory After the Fact? Assisting someone who has committed a criminal act in specific ways, may result in being charged with the criminal offense of being an Accessory after the Fact.  Nevada Law (NRS 195) defines two parties to crimes, Principal and Accessory.  A principal is a person who … What is an Accessory After the Fact?

Changes to the Nevada Criminal Laws – Fines and Fees Under a sweeping set of new laws passed by the 2019 Nevada Legislature, criminal justice and procedures have been overhauled, with an objective to reducing the population of Nevada prisons of non-violent offenders, and changing penalties for certain non-violent crimes; with changes to the penalty … NEW LAW: Community Service for Fines and Fees