Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Concealed Carry of Firearms in Nevada
Maybe you thought it was no big deal to carry a concealed firearm even though you did not have a permit to do so, but you couldn’t be more mistaken. Doing so in the Silver State is a Class C felony and could land you behind bars for as long as five years, on… Read More »
Choosing a Criminal Defense Attorney
If you are facing criminal charges, there’s no doubt that hiring the wrong criminal defense attorney is a regret you’ll carry long into the future. You need an attorney who communicates in a way that fits your style and who can help you to understand precisely what the defense strategy will be, what your… Read More »
Grand Jury Indictments
If you’ve been charged with a federal crime—or with any capital crime or felony at the state level– you probably have questions about the grand jury process. It is a practice that is shrouded in secrecy, making it something of a mystery. While we hear terms like “grand jury” and “indictment” in relation to… Read More »
Charged With Violating a Protective Order?
If you’ve been accused of violating a protective order you’re not alone. One study holds that half of all victims of domestic violence who’ve obtained protective orders in the country report their abusers violate those orders. Furthermore, the violence often escalates at that point. Even so, survivors who report continued abuse after getting a… Read More »
Defending Child Sexual Contact Charges
Why would a child accuse someone if it weren’t true? That’s exactly what everyone will be asking in a criminal case alleging child sexual contact. For the defendant in such cases, the utter terror felt is palpable. Life is forever changed—regardless of the verdict. Being accused of child sexual abuse or exploitation—whether it’s viewing… Read More »
When You are Facing Federal White Collar Crime Charges
Although there’s no violence involved in white collar crimes, they do cause substantial harm. The government, therefore, pursues such charges zealously. These are offenses that succeed as a result of deception and the abuse of other’s trust. When the criminal activity crosses state lines or occurs on federal property, it becomes an issue that… Read More »
Know Your Rights When Police Drug Dogs are Around
We are all entitled to Fourth Amendment protections guarding us from unreasonable search and seizures. Police regularly use dogs to help in conducting searches for contraband and drugs. When it comes to the police use of these drug-sniffing dogs, there is a potential for violations of these protections. Always remember that when police ask… Read More »
White-Collar Wives Need Protection
White collar crimes cost us trillions of dollars in this country every year. The majority of the swindlers—3/4 of whom are men—are married, and their spouses frequently have no idea what is going on until the fraudster is charged. Nevertheless, spouses in these situations pay a hefty price. And while it’s true that both… Read More »
Accountability Lacking for Law Enforcement
Police have tough jobs, no doubt about it. They often deal with dangerous criminals and have to make weighty decisions in the blink of an eye. Second guessing their actions has become a national pastime for some, and cell phone footage accompanies virtually any police action these days. The pressure on good cops to… Read More »
Defending Accusations of Date Rape
You thought you were just out having a good time. One thing led to another, and things got very friendly—until the person you were with accused you of rape. You should know that the legal penalties for date rape are exactly the same as for any other rape. From a legal standpoint, the fact… Read More »
