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5 ways to get a prenuptial agreement invalidated in Nevada

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Prenuptial agreements (a.k.a. premarital agreements in Nevada) are contracts where engaged couples agree to terms of the divorce in advance of getting married. The point of prenups is to have an ironclad contract to follow in the event of divorce. But there are at least five factors that could invalidate a Nevada prenup: The prenup …

4 times when Nevada police can search your trunk

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Law enforcement in Nevada may lawfully search a vehicle’s trunk in four main situations: The police have probable cause, The driver consents, The police have a search warrant, and/or The police are doing an inventory A routine traffic stop alone does not give Nevada police probable cause to search the vehicle’s trunk. 1. The police …

What Is “Disturbing the Peace” in Las Vegas, Nevada?

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While what happens in Vegas may stay in Vegas, if what happens in Vegas gets too out of hand, you could find yourself charged with disturbing the peace. Referred to as a “breach of peace” in Nevada law, and sometimes also called “disorderly conduct,” disturbing the peace in Las Vegas can take a wide variety …

Can a tenant in Nevada sue the landlord or management company if he is injured in the unit?

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In general, Nevada landlords and property management companies are not liable for injuries that occur inside a rental unless their faulty workmanship or repairs caused the injury. Landlord’s duty to maintain habitable conditions Nevada landlords have the duty to keep dwellings in a habitable condition. Just some of these habitability requirements include: weather protection of …

5 most common grounds for employment discrimination lawsuits in Nevada

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Five of the most common grounds for employment discrimination lawsuits in Nevada are: 1. Exceptions to “at will” employment 2. Wrongful termination for whistleblowing 3. Wrongful termination for claiming harassment or discrimination 4. Wrongful constructive discharge 5. Wrongful termination for political activities 1. Exceptions to “at-will” employment In general, Nevada employers may fire their employees …

Who is responsible when a norovirus breaks out at a Las Vegas hotel

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Las Vegas hotels may be liable when their patrons get sickened from a norovirus outbreak (a.k.a. stomach flu). If the victims can show that the hotel’s violation of negligence laws caused or worsened the outbreak, the victims may be able to recover compensatory damages to pay for all their: medical bills to treat the virus, lost wages while …

How to check if your license is suspended in Nevada?

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There are three ways to check whether your driver’s license is suspended or revoked in Nevada. The first is to check online at the DMV website. The second is to contact the DMV by phone or email (but note that wait and response times are much longer amidst the COVID-19 crisis. The third is to …

Are there criminal records in Nevada that can never be sealed?

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Yes. Nevada convictions of the following four types of criminal offenses can never be sealed from a person’s record and will therefore always show up on background checks: Felony charges of intoxicated driving (DUI) Crimes against children (under 18) Sex crimes Invasion of the home with a deadly weapon Note that any criminal case that …

What is a “Habitual Criminal” in Las Vegas, Nevada?

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If you’ve been convicted of multiple criminal offenses in Las Vegas or elsewhere, you could be labeled a “habitual criminal” by the state of Nevada. That dubious designation can result in more severe punishment if and when you are sentenced for another crime. NRS 207.010, defines who is a “habitual criminal” in Las Vegas, Nevada. …

Is hashish legal in Nevada?

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Adults 21 and older may possess up to 1/8 of an ounce of hashish for personal use in Nevada. Only licensed dealers may sell hashish. Hashish (“hash”) is a type of concentrated cannabis. It comes from the dried resin (“kief”) of the tops of cannabis plants. Hashish can be smoked or used in edibles. Prohibited …

What is the penalty for a first offense of domestic battery in Nevada?

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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 …

Arrested for Shoplifting in Nevada? 5 Key Things to Know

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Each year, stores lose millions of dollars in revenue due to shoplifting. This loss is passed on to the consumer in the form of higher prices at the register. To mitigate their losses, Nevada businesses are on high alert for shoplifting and employ all kinds of anti-theft tactics. Law enforcement takes this crime very seriously. The …

What happens if you don’t pay a casino marker in Las Vegas?

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Playlist: Nevada laws for "casino markers"Watch this playlist on YouTube Nevada crime of not paying back a casino marker include both criminal charges and civil lawsuits. Since Nevada law presumes casino marker defendants have an “intent to defraud”, it is challenging for defendants to win these cases unless they can repay the full amount they …

Reno/Tahoe Casino Crime Can Deal You a Bad Hand

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Reno/Tahoe Casino Crime Can Deal You a Bad Hand

You can get in big trouble in the “Biggest Little City in the World” if you try to cheat your way to riches in one of Reno’s many casinos. There are many crimes that take place in Reno’s casinos that could happen anywhere in the city – prostitution, battery, public intoxication, and pickpocketing just to …

Is concentrated cannabis legal in Nevada?

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Nevada law permits adults (21 and up) to possess a maximum of 1/8 oz. of concentrated cannabis for personal use. People may not sell it unless they are licensed dealers. Concentrated cannabis is extracted from marijuana. Therefore, it is more potent than marijuana. That is why people may lawfully possess an ounce of marijuana but …

What’s the Difference Between Parole and Probation in Nevada?

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Parole in Nevada is when an inmate gets released from prison early. In contrast, defendants on probation may be able to avoid going to jail or prison at all. Otherwise, parole and probation are very similar because they both require the defendant to remain under strict supervision while they are out of custody. Parole in …

What’s the Difference Between a Misdemeanor and a Gross Misdemeanor?

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Misdemeanor crimes in Nevada and gross misdemeanor crimes in Nevada are: the standard penalties they carry, whether defendants have the right to a jury trial, and how long defendants need to wait to get a conviction sealed from their criminal record Difference Misdemeanors versus Gross Misdemeanors in Nevada 1) Standard penalties Misdemeanor convictions: Up to …

What happens if I’m arrested for drugs at EDC in Las Vegas?

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Every summer dozens of drug busts mar the Electric Daisy Carnival (“EDC”). People caught with up to an ounce of marijuana will probably just be cited. But possessing other types of narcotics will result in being arrested and booked at the Clark County Detention Center. And defendants will face charges for drug possession (NRS 453.336). …

What’s the difference between petit and grand larceny in Nevada?

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Petit larceny in Nevada is stealing less than $1,200 worth of property. Grand larceny (a.k.a. grand theft) in Nevada is stealing $1,200 or more worth of property. Definition of larceny in Nevada (NRS 205.220; NRS 205.240) Larceny (a.k.a. theft) in Nevada is when someone intentionally steals, takes and carries away, leads away or drives away …

How are Different Types of Crimes Classified in Nevada? (NRS 193.120)

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Nevada law under NRS 193.120 classifies crimes as either misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, or felonies. Nevada felonies, in turn, are subdivided into five categories from E (the least serious) to A (the most serious). Misdemeanors NRS 193.120 defines misdemeanors as any crime where the maximum penalty of incarceration is six (6) months in the county jail. In practice, …

What is a casino marker?

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Playlist: Nevada laws for "casino markers"Watch this playlist on YouTube A casino marker is an interest-free line of credit that Nevada casinos offer patrons to gamble with. Patrons are expected to repay these loans soon, typically within 30 days. In most states, defaulting on a loan is just a civil offense. But Nevada makes it …

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