Criminal Defense

NRS 484E.040 – Duties After a Car Accident Damaging Unattended Property

Nevada Revised Statute 484E.040 makes it a misdemeanor to leave the scene of an accident that caused property damage to an unattended vehicle or other property. Hit and run damaging unattended property carries up to six months in jail and/or $1,000 in fines. The full text of the statute reads as follows: NRS 484E.040. 1. Except as otherwise …

Juvenile Crimes Lawyer in Las Vegas, Nevada

Our Las Vegas juvenile crimes lawyers fight to get our young clients’ delinquency and criminal charges substantially lessened or dismissed so their record remains clear. We craft each defense strategy with the long view in mind so that our clients’ cases have little-to-no effect on their future educational and employment opportunities. Here are five key …

NRS § 200.481 – Battery – Nevada Law, Penalty & Defenses

Playlist: Nevada "battery" laws (NRS 200.481)Watch this playlist on YouTube Under NRS § 200.481, Nevada law defines the crime of battery as “any willful and unlawful use of force or violence upon the person of another.” A simple battery that does not cause injury is treated as a misdemeanor. The punishment includes: up to 6 months …

Hit and Run Lawyer in Orange County, CA – What You Need to Know

If you’ve been involved in a hit and run in California, it’s critical to understand the seriousness of the charges and the potential consequences you could face. As one of the most common types of accidents in Southern California, hit and run incidents can carry heavy penalties, especially if charges escalate to a felony. In …

Theft Lawyer in Orange County – Protect Your Future from Theft Charges

Being charged with theft can have serious consequences, including criminal records, fines, and even jail time. At Shouse California Law Group, we specialize in defending clients who are facing charges, and need a trusted theft lawyer in Orange County, CA. Whether it’s petty theft or more complex white-collar crimes, we provide the legal expertise to …

“Bigamy” – Nevada Law & Penalties (NRS 201.160; NRS 201.170)

As the wedding capital of the world, Sin City sees its fair share of bigamist marriages. Sometimes bigamy stems from drunken escapades. Sometimes it arises after divorces that were never legally finalized. A few bigamist marriages are the product of polygamist Mormon sects. Others are deliberately entered into by people exploiting Las Vegas’s quickie marriage …

NRS § 465.083 – Cheating at Gambling as a Crime in Las Vegas

Playlist: Nevada "gaming fraud" crimesWatch this playlist on YouTube NRS § 465.083 is the Nevada law that prohibits cheating in a casino game, including manipulating the game’s outcome or the payments made to players. A first-time conviction is a category C felony, carrying 1 to 5 years in prison, Restitution, and Up to $10,000 in fines. However, …

NRS § 203.010 – “Disturbing the Peace” – Nevada Law

"Breach of Peace" in Las Vegas – Is it the Same as "Disturbing the Peace?"Watch this video on YouTube The Nevada crime of breaching / disturbing the peace occurs when you willfully disturb a person, family, or neighborhood by engaging in loud or offensive conduct. Breach of peace is a misdemeanor carrying up to six …

CRS § 18-3-305 – Colorado Law re “Enticement of a Child Under 15”

"Enticement of a Child" in Colorado – 5 Legal DefensesWatch this video on YouTube Colorado Revised Statute § 18-3-305 makes it a felony to commit enticement of child, which is luring a child under 15 into a vehicle, building, room, or secluded place to commit sexual assault or unlawful sexual contact on them. Enticement of a …

Carrying a Concealed Weapon – The Law in Nevada – NRS § 202.350

"Can I use my out-of-state CCW in Nevada?" — Concealed Weapon Permit (CCW) ReciprocityWatch this video on YouTube Under NRS § 202.350, it is a category C felony to carry a concealed firearm without a valid CCW permit. A conviction is punishable by one to five years in state prison and fines of up to $10,000. …

NRS § 205.130 – “Bad Checks” & “Check Fraud” in Nevada

When are "bad checks" a crime in Nevada?Watch this video on YouTube Nevada Revised Statutes § 205.130 makes it a crime to commit check fraud, which is intentionally passing a bad check. Not paying back casino markers is a type of check fraud. Passing one or more bad checks that amount to $1,200 or more in …

NRS § 201.455 – “Bestiality” – Nevada Laws & Penalties

Under NRS 201.455, bestiality is treated as a criminal offense in the state of Nevada. Bestiality is defined as a human being deliberately performing sex acts on a non-human animal. People can also be prosecuted if they aid others in sex acts with animals or by merely photographing acts of animal-human sex. NRS 201.455 reads as …

NRS § 205.060 – Nevada “Burglary” Laws & Penalties

Playlist: Burglary in NevadaWatch this playlist on YouTube Nevada Revised Statute § 205.060 makes it a felony to commit burglary, which is entering a building or vehicle with the intent to commit larceny, assault, battery, or any felony once inside. The penalties depend on the location. For example, residential burglary carries one to 10 years in Nevada …

California Penal Code § 409 PC – Failure to Disperse at the Scene of a Riot

When is "failure to disperse" a crime at California protests? (Penal Code 409 & 416)Watch this video on YouTube California Penal Code § 409 PC makes it a crime to remain at a riot, or an unlawful assembly, after having been ordered by the police to disperse. A conviction is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 6 months …

“Battery With a Deadly Weapon” – Nevada Laws & Penalties

“Battery With a Deadly Weapon” – Nevada Laws & Penalties Explained by Top Defense AttorneyWatch this video on YouTube NRS § 200.481 makes it a crime in Nevada to commit a battery with a deadly weapon. This is a category B felony that carries a prison term of two to 15 years if the victim …

Nevada “Child Pornography” Laws

Playlist: CSAM laws in NevadaWatch this playlist on YouTube In Nevada, it is a felony to possess, produce, or promote any sexual depiction of minors, otherwise called “child pornography” or “child sexual abuse material” or CSAM. It is also illegal to view child porn on the internet even if you never download or save the images. …

Penal Code § 416 PC – “Failure to Disperse” – California Law

When is "failure to disperse" a crime at California protests? (Penal Code 409 & 416)Watch this video on YouTube California Penal Code § 416 PC makes it a crime for two or more people to assemble or gather, for the purpose of disturbing the public and then fail to disperse after being ordered to do so by the …

NRS 200.4685 – Child Trafficking – Nevada Law & Penalties

NRS 200.4685 is the Nevada statute that makes it a crime to traffic children. Child trafficking is defined as buying or selling a child, or permanently leaving a child with a non-relative. Child trafficking is a category C felony in Nevada, punishable by 1 to 5 years in prison, and a possible fine of up …

“Statute of Limitations” for California Crimes – A Legal Guide

The California criminal statute of limitations is generally one year for misdemeanors and three years for felonies. As the following chart shows, prosecutors have additional time to press charges in more serious cases. For the most serious crimes such as rape and murder, there is no statute of limitations at all. California Offense Criminal Statute …

Penal Code § 1385 PC – Dismissing Charges and Enhancements “In Furtherance of Justice” in California

California Penal Code § 1385 PC gives California judges wide discretion to dismiss unfair criminal charges and sentencing enhancements “in furtherance of justice.” This judicial power is a safeguard against: frivolous cases and frivolous punishments. Can I file a PC 1385 motion with the court? No. You (and your defense attorneys) are not allowed to …

§ 451 PC – “Arson” – California Law & Penalties

Falsely Accused of Arson? Advice from a former Los Angeles District AttorneyWatch this video on YouTube The 2025 fires that ravaged Pacific Palisades, Malibu, Pasadena, and other southern California cities were largely the product of the Santa Ana winds and lack of foresting safeguards. However, there is increasing speculation that arson played some part. Penal …

166 PC – Can I go to jail for “contempt of court” in California?

Contempt of Court — "Can You Go to Jail for it?" Penal Code 166 PCWatch this video on YouTube California Penal Code 166 PC prohibits contempt of court. This includes such behaviors as being noisy or disruptive while court is in session, refusing to be sworn in as a witness, or disobeying lawful court orders. …

Penal Code § 4573.6 PC – Possessing Drugs in Prison or Jail in California

California Penal Code § 4573.6 PC prohibits possessing controlled substances in prison, jail, or anywhere else that inmates are in custody. Knowingly having drugs in a prison or jail is a felony punishable by up to four years in county jail. The full language of 4573.6 PC reads: (a) Any person who knowingly has in …

Penal Code § 496d PC – Receiving a Stolen Vehicle in California

"Receiving a Stolen Vehicle" in California — When is it a crime? — Penal Code 496d PCWatch this video on YouTube California Penal Code § 496d PC prohibits buying, receiving, selling, or hiding a vehicle you know is stolen. This crime is a wobbler, which means it can be charged as either a: misdemeanor carrying …

Penal Code § 21810 PC – Possession of “Brass Knuckles” – California Law

Are "Brass Knuckles" Illegal in California? (Penal Code 21810 PC)Watch this video on YouTube California Penal Code § 21810 PC makes it a crime to manufacture, import, sell, give, lend, or possess metal or brass knuckles. This offense is a wobbler, meaning prosecutors can charge it as either a: misdemeanor carrying up to 1 year in jail and/or …