Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Nevada Sports Gambling Facts and Figures
In Nevada, where sports betting is legal, the state has a comprehensive scheme of gaming laws and regulations. For more information about these laws in general, or about legal sports betting in Nevada, contact an experienced Las Vegas criminal lawyer. Public Policy and Gaming in the United States In May of 2018, the United… Read More »
New Nevada Law on Employer’s Use of Marijuana Drug Test Results
For many if not most of today’s job seekers, the job application process is difficult and stressful. From creating the resume, to crafting the cover letter, to finally getting the coveted interview, the process is time consuming, lengthy, and sometimes disappointing. Added to these stresses is the fact that for many of today’s prospective… Read More »
Some Misdemeanor Domestic Violence Cases Prosecuted as Battery in Las Vegas
Misdemeanor domestic violence cases are being prosecuted as simple battery cases in the city of Las Vegas, according to reports in US News, Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) and the Las Vegas Review-Journal. The reason for the change in the nature of these prosecutions, which dates back to October of 2019, is the Nevada Supreme… Read More »
Red Flag Laws
There is no doubt that measures to address gun violence are and will continue to be in the national and state news. Arguments on both sides of the issue have been presented in the wake of gun violence that has occurred across the nation. “Red flag” laws, also known as extreme risk protection orders… Read More »
Animal Cruelty Prevention Laws
According to information made available by the Humane Society, most animal cruelty cases go unreported. Nevertheless, based on available data, some facts about animal cruelty are available: where animal abuse is reported, the victims are most often dogs, cats, horses and livestock although animal cruelty and neglect are not specifically correlated with any particular… Read More »
What to Do After Being Arrested for a Bar Fight in Las Vegas
Whether a person is a tourist or calls Sin City home, fights are something that frequently occurs breaks out in clubs and bars throughout Las Vegas. The reasons for bar and club fights stem from overly drinking alcohol to someone saying something that another person simply did not like. Here’s what to do if… Read More »
Listen to Your Criminal Defense Lawyer and Try Las Vegas Drug Court
Drug addiction is a real problem here in Las Vegas and throughout the State of Nevada. It’s a problem that can influence a person to be careless about their own life and encourage behavior such as committing crimes like burglary or larceny. Most people committing crimes need help. This is the reason why when… Read More »
Do not Make This Mistake While Alone in a Law Enforcement Vehicle
Earlier we provided five simple steps for dealing with a police stop. While these are steps you’d want to take when you’re stopped by the police, what happens once you’re in custody of law enforcement? As you know, there is a period of time that goes by when you’re alone in the law enforcement… Read More »
Plea Bargaining in Las Vegas Criminal Defense Cases
Plea bargaining is one way to reach the resolution of a criminal matter. However, when you’re facing a criminal offense in Las Vegas, it’s never a good idea to handle the criminal matter on your own by making a plea. Hiring a Las Vegas criminal defense lawyer to represent you and look after your… Read More »
The Basics of Probation in Criminal Defense Matters in Las Vegas
According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics of 2016, approximately 1 in 55 adults nationwide were under community supervision known as probation or parole. While probation and parole are two unique alternatives to jail or prison time, a term commonly heard in criminal defense matters, and the criminal justice system as a whole, is… Read More »
