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    Nevada Blog - Page 15

    And the greatest literary lawyer of all time is…

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    No, not Atticus Finch from To Kill a Mockingbird. Our choice for the top literary lawyer of all-time technically isn’t even a lawyer. Nor is she a man, a requirement for the practice of law in William Shakespeare’s day. We’re talking about Portia from Shakespeare’s play The Merchant of Venice. The Merchant of Venice, one …

    Four Reasons Not to Use a Las Vegas Public Defender

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    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 …

    What Happens if I’m Arrested for Street Racing in Las Vegas?

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    Two cars speed racing in violation of NRS 484B.653.

    If you are arrested for participating in an unauthorized speed contest on a Nevada roadway, you face a misdemeanor reckless driving charge. And the penalties for drag racing – or for organizing a drag race – increase with each successive conviction. A first time speed contest conviction is punishable by: $250 to $1,000 in fines, …

    A Las Vegas Animal Cruelty Conviction Can Result in Significant Jail Time

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    A Las Vegas Animal Cruelty Conviction Can Result in Significant Jail Time

    If you abuse or mistreat an animal in Las Vegas, be prepared to go to jail. Nevada animal cruelty laws make it clear that abuse, mistreatment, or neglect of animals in the state are treated very seriously. The consequences of a conviction for an offense involving animal cruelty in Las Vegas can include significant jail time, …

    Reno, Nevada Hit-and-Run: Leaving the Scene Can Leave You in Big Trouble

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    Reno, Nevada Hit-and-Run: Leaving the Scene Can Leave You in Big Trouble

    Hit-and-run in Reno is a serious offense. The consequences of leaving an accident scene or failing to lend assistance to others who may be injured can result in stiff penalties, including jail time. There are actually many different hit-and-run laws. Whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or a felony largely depends on whether the …

    What Will Get Me Charged with Distracted Driving in Henderson, Nevada?

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    What Will Get Me Charged with Distracted Driving in Henderson, Nevada?

    Distracted driving is a serious safety issue in Henderson, Nevada and throughout the state. Driving while distracted causes more than 3,500 accidents every year on Nevada’s roads and highways according to the Nevada Department of Transportation and Nevada Department of Public Safety. Most of the attention on distracted driving, and the focus of Nevada’s distracted driving …

    What is a “Ponzi scheme” in Las Vegas, Nevada?

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    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 …

    What is the Legal Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Limit in Reno/Sparks, Nevada?

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    What is the Legal Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Limit in Reno/Sparks, Nevada?

    The legal alcohol limit in Reno/Sparks when you’re behind the wheel depends on who you are. The allowable blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels for drivers in Nevada are different for drivers of passenger vehicles, for holders of commercial driver’s (CDL) licenses, and for those under 21 years-old. If your BAC is determined to be above …

    What Happens to a Minor Caught Gambling in a Las Vegas Casino?

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    What Happens to a Minor Caught Gambling in a Las Vegas Casino?

    If you are under the age of 21 and decide to try your luck in a Las Vegas casino, you are committing a criminal offense and could lose more than a few chips if you’re convicted. The legal age for gambling in the state of Nevada is 21. NRS 463.350 provides that a person under …

    A Prank 911 Call in Reno, Nevada Has Serious Consequences

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    A Prank 911 Call in Reno, Nevada Has Serious Consequences

    Every few months it seems, there is a story in the news about someone calling 911 to complain about a pizza delivery order or for some other reason which is clearly not an emergency. Individuals also will call 911 to falsely report an emergency, also known as “swatting.” If you call 911 in Reno, Nevada …

    What is “Rioting” in Las Vegas?

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    What is “Rioting” in Las Vegas?

    Vehicle Code 23152 VC California’s DUI law and Penal Code 148 PC California’s “resisting arrest” law are frequently charged in the same criminal complaint. Often times a person who is intoxicated may be less inhibited than a sober person and may therefore feel more comfortable resisting or otherwise obstructing the officer who is trying to …

    “Hoarding” in Henderson, Nevada Can Be Charged as a Public Nuisance

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    “Hoarding” in Henderson, Nevada Can Be Charged as a Public Nuisance

    If you or someone you know in Henderson, Nevada is a “hoarder,” criminal charges can be added to the pile of problems created by this challenging mental illness. The Mayo Clinic defines “hoarding disorder” as: “a persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions because of a perceived need to save them. A person with hoarding …

    Federal Robbery Charges in Reno, Nevada

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    Federal Robbery Charges in Reno, Nevada

    If you rob a liquor store, clothing boutique, or most other businesses in Reno, Nevada, you will face charges and possible conviction under Nevada’s robbery statute. Robbery, like most crimes, is usually governed by state criminal law. However, if you rob certain places or individuals in Reno, you could actually face federal criminal charges. If …

    Even a First-Time Henderson, Nevada DUI Can Result in Jail Time

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    Even a First-Time Henderson, Nevada DUI Can Result in Jail Time

    A first-time DUI in Henderson, Nevada is usually prosecuted as a misdemeanor, presuming no one was seriously hurt or killed. In addition to a fine of up to $1,000, vehicle impoundment, license revocation, DUI school or substance abuse treatment, and other Nevada DUI penalties, you will wind up spending a minimum of 48 hours in the Clark …

    What Does the Right to a “Speedy Trial” Mean in Reno, Nevada?

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    What Does the Right to a “Speedy Trial” Mean in Reno, Nevada?

    If you’ve been charged with a crime in Reno, Nevada, you have a right to a “speedy trial” under both the U.S. Constitution and Nevada law. But what you may think of as “speedy” may not be the same as what the law considers it to be for purposes of determining whether your rights have …

    What is a Criminal Conspiracy is Las Vegas, Nevada?

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    Getting together with friends in Las Vegas can be fun. Getting together with friends to commit (or just plan to commit) a crime in Las Vegas can be a conspiracy, a serious offense that can lead to significant jail time. Agreement to Commit a Crime is a Crime Criminal conspiracy in Las Vegas is an …

    Is Being Drunk a Defense to Reno, Nevada Battery Charges?

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    Is Being Drunk a Defense to Reno, Nevada Battery Charges?

    People in Reno, like people everywhere else in the world, can make bad choices when they’re drunk. Sometimes, that choice (whether or not it seemed like a choice at the time) includes committing a criminal offense, such as battery arising from a fight. But is intoxication a defense to  battery or other criminal charges in …

    Examples of Prosecutorial Misconduct in Clark County, Nevada

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    All criminal defendants in Clark County, Nevada have a constitutional right to a fair trial. When prosecutors violate legal and ethical rules in pursuit of a guilty verdict, that right is denied and can potentially be the basis for overturning a conviction. As the U.S. Supreme Court has said, a prosecutor’s interest “in a criminal …

    Reno, Nevada Criminal Statutes of Limitations: Are You in the Clear?

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    Reno, Nevada Criminal Statutes of Limitations: Are You in the Clear?

    Except for the most violent crimes, if you committed a crime in Reno, Nevada a long time ago, you may be in the clear. Most criminal offenses in Nevada have statutes of limitations. Such statutes set forth the time within which prosecutors must file charges for a criminal offense. If a statute of limitations has …

    Will I Go to Jail for a Reno, Nevada Misdemeanor?

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    Will I Go to Jail for a Reno, Nevada Misdemeanor?

    You’ve been charged with a Nevada misdemeanor in Reno. You believe, correctly, that misdemeanors are generally less serious offenses than felonies. But if you believe that because it’s “just” a misdemeanor you don’t face the possibility of jail time, you are sadly mistaken. While an experienced Reno, Nevada criminal defense attorney usually can help you avoid …

    What to Expect When You’re Given Field Sobriety Tests in North Las Vegas, Nevada

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    What to Expect When You’re Given Field Sobriety Tests in North Las Vegas, Nevada

    If you are pulled over in North Las Vegas, Nevada and the officer suspects that you may be intoxicated, you will likely be asked to take a series of physical tests as the officer evaluates your condition. Field sobriety tests (FSTs), as they are known, are entirely subjective in that the determination as to whether you …

    A Palm Springs, California Elder Abuse Conviction Comes with Stiff Penalties

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    A Palm Springs, California Elder Abuse Conviction Comes with Stiff Penalties

    Palm Springs, California is home to a large population of retirees and seniors. Crimes against Palm Springs seniors are treated with particular harshness under California law – and by the Riverside County District Attorney’s office. Special provisions in California’s criminal law are focused on the physical, financial, and emotional harm done to seniors. A Palm …

    What is the Law About “Spice” in Las Vegas?

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    What is the Law About “Spice” in Las Vegas?

    “Spice,” a synthetic drug designed to mimic the effects of THC, the active substance in marijuana, is illegal in Las Vegas under federal and state law. The use of synthetic drugs like “spice,” K2,” “bath salts,” and “Molly” have skyrocketed in recent years, leading to a surge in hospitalizations and deaths. According to a federal government …

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