What are Casino Markers and How They Work As all Nevada residents know the casinos want nothing more than to make gambling and losing money as easy as possible. So all casinos issue what’s known as a marker, this is a line of credit issued by the casino to a patron for the use of … Casino Markers Laws in Nevada

Nevada Identity Theft – Laws and FAQs According to Nevada law, identity theft is a criminal act and it is prohibited that someone use a false identity, whether to harm someone or obtain something of monetary value in someone else’s name. All instances of identity theft are illegal, whether or not the defendant is caught … Nevada Identity Theft – Laws and FAQs

Probation Violation in Nevada A judge has the option to choose to enforce probation as an alternative to jail time for the conviction when sentencing a person for a gross misdemeanor or a felony. There are some crimes that are excluded from probation as an option for sentencing, including: murder, kidnapping, sexual assault, attempted sexual … Probation Violation in Nevada

Community Service in Clark County In courtrooms across the country, judges often mandate community service as a part of sentencing when someone is found guilty of a crime. But just what constitutes community service? How does one fulfill the requirement? What exactly is the process? In Clark County, the Las Vegas Justice Court Community Service … Community Service in Clark County

Public Indecency and Obscene Exposure In Nevada, indecent exposure and exposing one’s genitals in public places, or private places seeable from public view, is considered a crime. According to NRS 201.220, “a person who makes any open and indecent or obscene exposure of his or her person, or of the person of another, is guilty,” … Public Indecency and Obscene Exposure

Ghost Guns Under Scrutiny: Definition, Federal and State Laws, FAQs Answered   In recent years, the term “ghost guns” has gained significant attention due to their unregulated and untraceable nature. Ghost guns are firearms that are either sold as individual parts or as disassembled kits without a serial number, making them highly attractive to individuals … Ghost Guns and the Law

Fraud in Nevada In legal terms, fraud is an “intentional deception” to secure unfair or unlawful gain, or to deprive a victim of a legal right. The purpose of fraud may be monetary gain or other benefits. In criminal law, a person accused of fraudulent activity can be charged with a crime, even if there … Fraud in Nevada

Nevada Gun Laws and Out-of-State Visitors While reviewing Nevada gun laws, it is important to note that such laws apply to both in-state and out-of-state residents. There are certain limitations in “open-carry” firearms for residents and non-residents in Nevada, but in general locals and visitors are permitted to “open-carry.” In order to carry a concealed … Nevada Gun Laws and Out-of-State Visitors

Nevada’s Assault and Battery Laws: Definition, Penalties, and More When it comes to assault and battery, many people think the terms are interchangeable. In actuality, they are two distinct crimes, have specific legal definitions and carry different penalties based on the severity of the circumstances If you or a loved one is facing criminal charges, … Assault and Battery Laws in Nevada

What to do if you are arrested – Jail, Bail, and Bond What do I do if I get arrested?  Without a doubt, finding yourself in a situation where you are under arrest can be a terribly emotional experience, and it is difficult to know what you should do and say. Some important things to consider:  … What to do if you are arrested – Jail, Bail, and Bond