NRS 200.280: Mayhem in Nevada—Definition, Penalties, Defenses, and More Many people have a vision in their head of mayhem since television has created what we should believe about mayhem. But what does mayhem really mean in reference to the law and criminal offenses? Here, we’ll delve into the definition of mayhem in Nevada, the penalties … NRS 200.280: Mayhem

Admin Per Se: What Is It and What Does It Mean for You Admin Per Se is a legal term that means “administrative in itself” or “by itself”. When it comes to driving, it refers to a type of legal proceeding in which the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has the authority to suspend or … Admin Per Se

Citizen’s Arrest: What You Need to Know About Arrests by a Private Person (NRS 171.126) Believe it or not, it is perfectly legal in Nevada for a private citizen with no law enforcement experience to arrest another if a crime has been committed. There are two circumstances where a private person may place someone under a … Citizen’s Arrest or Arrests by a Private Person

Can Domestic Violence Charges Be Dropped? Domestic Violence and Battery charges are severe and can lead to a host of other problems and charges against you if you are convicted of the crime. Usually, domestic violence and battery charges cannot just be dismissed. Nevada law specifically prohibits prosecutors from reducing or dismissing a charge of … Can Domestic Violence Charges Be Dropped?

NRS 205.380: Obtaining Money by False Pretenses—Definition, Examples, Penalties and FAQs Under Nevada Revised Statute (NRS) 205.380, obtaining money, goods, or services through false pretenses is a serious crime. This law specifically targets individuals who intentionally deceive others to gain financial or material benefit. The implications of this statute are far-reaching, with cases ranging from … NRS 205.380: Obtaining Money by False Pretenses

Crimes Involving Moral Turpitude in Nevada: Definition, Types, Penalties, and the Importance of Hiring a Criminal Defense Lawyer Crimes involving moral turpitude (CIMT) are more than just a legal term. These offenses represent actions that deeply infringe upon society’s accepted standards of behavior, marking them as particularly egregious. The implications of a CIMT extend beyond … Crimes Involving Moral Turpitude in Nevada

NRS 199.430: Impersonation of an Officer—Definition, Penalties, & More Last year in the Reno area, a man was arrested and charged with impersonating an officer by using flashing red and blue lights on his vehicle to force other drivers to the side of the road as he drove from the Washoe Valley to Dayton. The … NRS 199.430: Impersonation of an Officer

Mentally Ill or Insanity Defense: Definitions and How It’s Used in Criminal Cases More and more we have been reading and seeing stories of people who are considered mentally ill and committing criminal acts that they are not held responsible for at trial. Most people don’t have an understanding of what a mentally ill defense … Mentally Ill or Insanity Defense

NRS 207.245: Prank 911 Call— Definition, Penalties, and More Every now and then we hear a cute story of a little kid calling 911 just because they are curious or have recently learned to call 911 in an emergency. Most parents teach their children at a young age to call 911 if there is an … NRS 207.245: Prank 911 Call

Evidence in Criminal Cases in Nevada: Types and Examples Few aspects of a criminal case are as crucial as the role of evidence. It is the bedrock upon which cases are built and verdicts are rendered. Without concrete evidence, the prosecution’s allegations remain unsubstantiated, and the defendant’s rights can be unjustly infringed. Evidence provides the … Evidence in Criminal Cases