Part 1 – Overhauls to the Nevada Criminal Laws Nevada’s state prison population is currently 13,800 inmates. This is up 7% since 2009. At current growth rates, the prison population in the Silver State is expected to hit 15,000 within the next 10 years. State budgets to pay for prisons are expected to increase $770 … New Law: Nevada Overhauls Criminal Justice (Part 1)
Nevada Makes Changes to Domestic Violence (DV) Laws The Nevada legislative session is drawing to a close for its 2019 term. The legislature will not be in session again until 2021, unless a special session is called by the governor. During this term 700 or so bills were sent to the governor. As of this … NEW LAW: Nevada Makes Changes to Domestic Violence Laws
New Nevada Law: Sealing of Records for Decriminalized Acts A new law passed by the Nevada legislature and signed into law by Governor Sisolak, streamlines the process to seal records of convictions for acts which have later been decriminalized. While this bill does not address marijuana related crimes directly, it was intended to address those … New Nevada Law: Sealing of records for decriminalized acts
53rd ANNIVERSARY OF MIRANDA RIGHTS Fifty-three years ago, Miranda v. Arizona established landmark reform in the criminal justice system. The Defenders Criminal Defense Attorneys in downtown Las Vegas would like to acknowledge this day in history when, 53 years ago on June 13, 1966, the Supreme Court of the United States overturned the conviction … 53rd ANNIVERSARY OF MIRANDA RIGHTS
Weed Lounges Approved by Las Vegas City Council The City of Las Vegas moved one step closer Wednesday to authorizing marijuana consumption lounges within the city limits, with Las Vegas City Council voting 4 to 1 in favor of the proposal. While Las Vegas is not the first city in the U.S. to allow weed … Weed Lounges Approved by Las Vegas City Council
No Statute of Limitations on Sexual Assault – Assembly Bill A bill was passed on April 19, 2019, by the Nevada Assembly which would remove the Statute of Limitations (SOL) for Sexual Assault, if the identity of the person accused of the crime is established by DNA evidence. The bill known as Assembly Bill 142 … Sexual Assault would have no Statute of Limitations in Nevada Assembly Bill
Things to Avoid that can Ruin your Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Party Experience Every year in May, thousands descend on Las Vegas for several days, for the annual Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC). The EDC is a celebration of modern music and art. This year the event will be held May 17-19 at the Las Vegas … Don’t Ruin Your Electric Daisy Carnival Party
Not Paying Casino Markers is a Crime in Nevada What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas as the old saying goes, however, when you’ve obtained a marker from a Las Vegas Casino, not so much. A marker is a form of debt that casinos offer patrons to allow the good times to continue to roll. … Not paying Casino Markers is a Crime in Nevada
What is a Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Administrative Hearing If you’ve had your driver’s license revoked or suspended by the Nevada DMV, due to a DUI or other reason, you can appeal the revocation to a DMV Administrative court, through the DMV Office of Administrative Hearings. During a DUI arrest, the police probably … What is a DMV Administrative Hearing?
Your Rights During a Home Invasion in Nevada On February 1, 2019, it was reported that a man was injured inside his home in West Las Vegas when he was shot by two men attempting to break into his home. He returned fire hitting the two suspects, who were transported to the hospital. The man … What are your rights during a Home Invasion?
