Missing Jury Duty in Nevada: What the Law Says, Valid Excuses, & Penalties Many of us have received the dreaded notice from the court to attend jury duty. Most of us look at it and groan about what a disruption it will be in our lives. You have to take off work or miss school … Miss Jury Duty

Bench Trials Demystified: Understanding the Process and Implications The Constitution guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial if someone is charged with a crime. Even if someone is charged with a minor traffic violation, they have the right to a trial. Some cases require a trial by a jury of peers, while others are … Bench Trial

Card Counting in Nevada & Other Forms of Cheating Contrary to popular belief, counting cards is not considered a criminal offense in Nevada. There are no laws either state or federal that prohibits counting cards or classify it as a criminal offense. However, since casinos are private businesses, they have the right to refuse service … Is Counting Cards Illegal in Nevada

Money Laundering Laws in Nevada: Definition, Penalties, Defenses, and More When most people think of money laundering they of what we have all seen in the movies for example drug dealers using money from drug proceeds to open or pay for businesses like hair salons or restaurants. Money laundering is a serious crime that falls under … Money Laundering

Postponing a Court Date  in Nevada: Rules & Procedures If you are arrested or receive a citation for criminal behavior, you will probably receive a court date for your first appearance. For minor infractions like speeding tickets or drunk in public citations, paying the fine may be an option. You can show up to the court … Postponing a Court Date  in Nevada

NRS 200.050: Voluntary Manslaughter in Nevada—Definition & Penalties Have you ever been so angry with someone that you wanted to harm them in some way? Maybe you’ve said it out loud in anger. However, most people come to their senses at some point and nothing more comes of it than hurt feelings. But what happens … NRS 200.050: Voluntary Manslaughter in Nevada

NRS 202.300: Nevada Laws for “Aiding a Child to Possess a Gun”—A Comprehensive Overview Under Nevada gun laws, minors (under the age of 18) are generally prohibited from handling or possessing a gun. Due to recent news stories, the number of children bringing firearms to school has increased. Last February, Clark County School District confiscated … NRS 202.300: Nevada Laws for “Aiding a Child to Possess a Gun”—A Comprehensive Overview

NRS 212.090: Penalties for Escape & Attempted Escape The Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) section 212.090 addresses the penalties for escape or attempted escape from legal custody. For those incarcerated, the notion of escaping prison may arise as a desperate effort to regain freedom, perhaps sparked by the belief of wrongful conviction or the overwhelming challenges … NRS 212.090: Penalties for Escape & Attempted Escape

NRS 202.485: Nevada’s Laws Against Leaving Children Unattended in Vehicles Leaving your children unattended in a motor vehicle can be a dangerous choice that puts their safety at risk. Nevada has taken steps to protect against this type of behavior by passing NRS 202.485, which prohibits leaving children unattended in vehicles and sets out penalties … NRS 202.485: Nevada’s Laws Against Leaving Children Unattended in Vehicles

Plea Bargains in Nevada: What Is It and How Does It Work Plea bargains are a common practice in criminal justice systems throughout the U.S., and Nevada is no exception. In fact, according to USCourts.gov, more than 90% of defendants enter into some sort of plea bargain rather than go to trial. Recently, Ezra Miller, … Plea Bargains in Nevada: What Is It and How Does It Work