Blog: Domestic Violence

Sometimes. Know that Nevada law specifically prohibits prosecutors from reducing or dismissing a charge of battery domestic violence (BDV) unless either: The prosecutor knows that the BDV charge is not supported by probable cause or cannot be proved at trial; or It is obvious that the BDV charge is not supported by probable cause or …

A first-time offense of battery domestic violence in Nevada under NRS 200.485 is typically prosecuted as a misdemeanor as long as the victim is not pregnant. The sentence carries: two (2) days to six (6) months in jail; $200 to $1,000 in fines (as well as a $35 administrative assessment fee); 48 to 120 hours …

It depends on the specific charge of battery domestic violence (NRS 200.485). The Las Vegas Justice Court “bail schedule” for BDV charges is below: Battery domestic violence (BDV) charge in Nevada Bail in Las Vegas Justice Court BDV-1st (misdemeanor) $3,000 BDV-2nd (misdemeanor) $5,000 BDV with a deadly weapon but no substantial bodily harm (category B …

A restraining order – also called a protective order in Nevada – is when a court orders a person to stay away from another person for a set period of time. Victims of abuse typically seek out restraining orders to protect themselves from further abuse. When possible, it is recommended that people hire an attorney …

Battery domestic violence is set out in NRS 33.018 and NRS 200.48. It is defined as willfully and unlawfully committing an act of force or violence upon: A spouse Former spouse Someone you date or used to date Someone with whom you vave a child in common A minor child of any of the above …

Not necessarily. Even if a victim claims he/she falsely accused the defendant of battery domestic violence (BDV) in Nevada, the D.A. may decide to pursue charges anyway. Prosecutors are often suspicious of recanting BDV victims and believe they have ulterior motives for changing their story, such as: They are afraid to testify in court. They …