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Check here for legal updates and answers to your frequently asked questions about Nevada law. Please note: the law changes regularly and this website's content may not always indicate the current state of the law. Information provided here is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be legal advice. If you require legal advice, please contact The Gersten Law Firm or consult with an attorney licensed to practice in your jurisdiction.
What Is the Nevada Two-Hour Rule for DUI?
For BAC chemical tests to be automatically admissible in a DUI case, Nevada law requires that police conduct the testing within two hours of a driver having physical control of the vehicle. For tests conducted after the deadline, the prosecution has…
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Increased Penalties for DUI Causing Death in 2026
March 25th, 2026
Effective on January 1, 2026, Nevada substantially increased the potential penalties for a conviction of the offense of DUI causing death. The increases give prosecutors more leverage and empower judges to impose more severe punishment for the offens…
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What Is the Difference Between Assault and Battery in Nevada Criminal Law?
March 9th, 2026
What Is the Difference Between Assault and Battery in Nevada Criminal Law?
The offenses of assault and battery are separate crimes under Nevada criminal law. There is often confusion about the difference between them. Each offense has specific elemen…
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How Can a Family Law Attorney Help With Child Support Issues?
February 26th, 2026
Contributor: Joseph Gersten
How Can a Family Law Attorney Help With Child Support Issues?
Laws and regulations in the State of Nevada impose a legal obligation on both parents to provide support for a child under the age of 18, or under the age of 19 for a child still in high s…
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What Is a Palimony Lawsuit in Nevada?
February 9th, 2026
The term palimony is commonly used to refer to the right to financial support or community property after the end of a relationship of an unmarried couple. Palimony is not a term recognized in Nevada laws or case decisions, but it is a term that has…
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How Do You End a Nevada Domestic Partnership?
January 23rd, 2026
The Nevada Domestic Partnership Act governs all aspects of domestic partnerships in the state. The law details the requirements for registering a domestic partnership and spells out the rights and duties of the partners. Specific requirements are als…
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Key Issues in a Nevada Divorce Involving Children
January 12th, 2026
When Nevada spouses with one or more children decide to divorce, crucial issues relating to child custody and support must be resolved as part of the process. In some cases, parents can reach an agreement, which is subject to court review. If the par…
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What Is Reasonable Suspicion For a Police Stop?
December 22nd, 2025
Federal and Nevada state laws establish a general rule that police must have a reasonable suspicion of criminal activity before they can stop and detain a person. This reasonable suspicion standard is different from the probable cause standard requir…
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Loss of Firearm Rights After a Nevada Felony Conviction
December 12th, 2025
A person convicted of a felony in the State of Nevada loses the right to carry, possess, or own any type of firearm. The loss of civil rights can only be restored by obtaining a pardon from the Nevada Board of Pardons. While getting a pardon is possi…
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Who Cannot Have a Firearm in Nevada?
November 24th, 2025
Specific federal and state laws prohibit ownership and possession of a firearm in Nevada for certain categories of individuals. If you live in or visit the State of Nevada, it is essential to be familiar with the laws before you buy or acquire a fire…
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