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Anyone who is legally allowed to possess a firearm may open carry in Nevada. People do not need a permit or a license to open carry in Nevada. And it does not matter whether they live in- or out-of-state. A permit is required only for conceal carry. Open carry v. concealed carry Open carry is …
If the person is in custody at the CCDC for a case in Las Vegas Justice Court, you may post bail at the Pre-trial Services window in the CCDC, which is open from 8 a.m. to midnight every day. You may post bail in cash, cashier’s check, or money order. Unlike most other jails, the …
Step 1: Complete the record request form Fill out the Identification File Request Form (DPS-006). Note that people cannot request other people’s records. Each person must request his/her own record. Make sure the form is filled out completely and written legibly. Otherwise the form will be returned. Step 2: Get fingerprinted Get fingerprinted by a …
As a federal crime, Medicare fraud is investigated by the Medicare Fraud Strike Force. It is comprised of federal investigators and prosecutors from various agencies. Examples include: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspector General (HHS-OIG); Department of Justice (DOJ); Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Department of Defense (DOD); Internal Revenue Service …
Yes, if the case is in a district court, and the judge deems it “necessary.” Under NRS 174.325, an inmate incarcerated in Nevada State Prison or a county or city jail in Nevada can be called to testify at a criminal trial if all of the following three conditions are true: The criminal trial is …
Hiding or otherwise helping a fugitive avoid arrest is illegal in Nevada if the helper knows the person is a fugitive. A person who is genuinely ignorant that the person is fleeing police should not face charges for aiding or housing the person. Example: Jim is being chased by police after committing a robbery in …
Yes. Defendants in criminal cases who get released on their own recognizance (OR) may get arrested if they violate the terms of their release. O.R. conditions At a minimum, defendants released on OR are required to appear at future court hearings – in other words, not skipping court. And if they do skip court, defendants …
Character evidence may be admissible in Nevada criminal trials depending on whether the evidence concerns the defendant, a witness, or the victim. 1. Character evidence of defendants In Nevada criminal trials, defendants are allowed to present proof of their own good character in attempt to disprove the criminal charge(s). But defendants take a big risk …
Many people use the terms “prison” and “jail” interchangeably, but they are very different in Nevada. In general, prisons are long-term incarceration facilities for people who have been convicted of Nevada felonies. Jails are for everyone else. Note that each facility – be it a jail or prison – has its own policies regarding visitation, …
Nevada State Prison as a possible punishment. But five other, lesser-known Nevada offenses also carry potential life in prison, including: Attempt murder by poison Sexual abuse of a child under 14 causing substantial bodily or mental harm Involuntary servitude of minors Child pornography Battery with intent to commit sexual assault 1. Attempted murder by poison …
Process of getting a criminal record seal in Nevada amounts to around $150 total if the person does not use an attorney. However, it is highly recommended that people seeking record seals consult with a Las Vegas criminal defense attorney for the following five reasons: An attorney can help determine whether the person is even …
Criminal record seals and governor’s pardons are largely different in Nevada. A record seal makes the person’s criminal past invisible from their background checks. Meanwhile, a pardon is a government issued “forgiveness” of a person’s past crime(s).In this article, our Las Vegas criminal defense attorneys discuss how record seals compare to pardons in Nevada. 1. …
Duress is a potential defense to charges of any Nevada crime except first-degree murder. Defendants may raise a duress defense if they committed a crime because they reasonably believed they would be killed or severely injured if they refused.[1] A classic example of duress is a thief holding up a random pedestrian with a gun …
Defendants in Nevada criminal cases can certainly request that they participate in a lineup, but law enforcement has no obligation to comply. A defendant can also seek a court order that that police conduct a live lineup. In some cases that can help exonerate the accused, when witnesses are not able to identify him or …
Yes. Once a driver enters a DUI roadblock in Nevada, NRS 484B.580 obligates the driver to stop and follow the police’s instructions. Sometimes the police will just wave the driver through. But most of the time, an officer will detain the driver to ask some questions… If the cop suspects the driver is intoxicated, the …
It remains unclear how the shooter in October’s Las Vegas Massacre managed to assemble an arsenal of firearms in his Mandalay Bay hotel room without anyone notifying the authorities. But two things are clear: 1) The shooter was a high roller, and 2) High rollers can get away with things other casino patrons cannot. Big …
Uber and Lyft are Nevada’s most prominent ride-sharing companies, technically known as “Transportation Network Companies” or “TNCs.” TNCs differ from taxi companies in several ways: They have less prominent signage and visual displays; Drivers drive their own cars and are responsible for maintenance and fuel; Drivers set their own schedules; and Drivers are never required …
Yes. In 2015, the Nevada Legislature created the new crime of “housebreaking.” “Housebreaking” under Nevada law is entering a vacant dwelling for the purpose of unlawful residency (“squatting”). The elements of housebreaking under NRS 205.0813 are: the suspect forcibly enters an uninhabited or vacant dwelling, and the suspect knows (or has reason to believe) that such …
Yes. Squatting in Nevada subjects the alleged squatter to not only civil lawsuits but also criminal charges. Squatting prosecutions have been on the rise due to the increasing number of unoccupied homes in Nevada as a result of the 2008 housing crash. With so many empty houses in the valley, it may be easy for …
In a recent survey, 28% of Americans admitted they had directed malicious online activity at someone they didn’t know. In many cases, such activity is protected by the First Amendment. But in other cases, such activity can subject you to a lawsuit or a criminal prosecution. Malicious online activity can take various forms in Nevada, including: Trolling, …
With the exception of extremely violent crimes, you might be able to escape prosecution in Nevada if enough time has passed since you committed the offense. The majority of Nevada crimes have statutes of limitations, which spell out a time limit during which a D.A. may press charges for it. Whenever a prosecutor files charges …
While Nevada’s deserts may be known for their heat, residents know that during the winter things can get very cold, especially at night. If you leave your child unattended in a car when it’s extremely cold, you could face Nevada criminal charges. “Knowingly and Intentionally” Leaving a Child Unattended in a Car is a Crime …
If you are facing criminal charges in Las Vegas, you should explore your options for legal representation before going with a Las Vegas public defender. “You have the right to an attorney. If you can’t afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you…” You may be familiar with this portion of the Miranda …
If you’re thinking about street racing on the Strip or on any public road or highway in Las Vegas, you should think about the fact that street racing in Las Vegas is a serious crime that could result in jail time as well as the loss of your driving privileges, among other penalties. Drag racing …
A “Ponzi scheme” in Las Vegas, Nevada is a complex type of financial fraud that, when it collapses and is exposed, can lead to serious criminal charges and decades behind bars. As defined and described by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a Ponzi scheme is: “an investment fraud that involves the payment of purported returns …