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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.
Domestic Violence Allegations in a Child Custody Case in Las Vegas
November 19th, 2019
Charges of domestic violence often have far-reaching effects on the life of a person who is the subject of the claims. In Nevada, one area that is affected significantly is child custody. State laws require a judge to consider domestic violence alleg…
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Categories: Nevada Family Law
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5 Frequently Asked Questions / FAQ: How Do You Remove a Las Vegas DUI Conviction Record?
October 3rd, 2019
Whether you live in Nevada or another state, a Las Vegas DUI conviction record — or even an arrest — can make your life difficult. Criminal records are public and available to anyone throughout the U.S. who does a background check. Your record ca…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
How To Seal a Marijuana Conviction Record Under the Nevada Second Chance Act
September 30th, 2019
Despite legalization of marijuana in Nevada as of July 1, 2017, many individuals with a conviction for possessing now-legal amounts of marijuana still face problems with employment, credit, and housing because of their existing record. A new law pass…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
New Nevada Firearm Laws For 2020: Background Checks & “Red Flag” Protection Orders
August 22nd, 2019
In the 2019 session, the legislature passed (and the Governor signed) new Nevada firearm laws that take effect in January 2020. Everyone who buys, transfers, owns, or carries a firearm should be familiar with the new statutes.
Key provisions of the n…
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Defending Against a Domestic Violence Accusation in Las Vegas
August 19th, 2019
Defending against any domestic violence accusation is essential. That is especially true because an allegation involving domestic violence can affect your life in many ways beyond the implications of a conviction (which include fines, prison time, an…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
Understanding Las Vegas Drugged Driving Offenses
August 13th, 2019
The Nevada DUI (Driving Under the Influence) law includes provisions prohibiting operation of a vehicle while under the influence of drugs, sometimes called DUID. Drugged driving offenses include use of legally obtained marijuana and prescription dru…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
How Drug Use Affects a Las Vegas Child Custody Case
July 11th, 2019
When a Las Vegas Family Court judge determines custody and visitation of a child, drug use by a parent — including use of legal use of marijuana — can be a factor in the outcome. For any parent involved in a custody matter, it is extremely import…
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Categories: Nevada Family Law
Grandparent Visitation Rights in Nevada
June 13th, 2019
Family circumstances sometimes disrupt the special bond between a grandparent and grandchild, depriving the grandparent of time with the grandchild. In some situations, a Nevada statute allows a grandparent to petition the district court for visitati…
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Categories: Nevada Family Law
Are There Time Limits for Criminal Prosecutions in Nevada?
May 13th, 2019
For many criminal offenses, there is a time limit for criminal prosecution in Nevada. If the time limit expires, the prosecutor can no longer pursue the charges. The length of the period varies, depending on the specific offense.
If you face ch…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
How the Federal Bump Stock Ban Affects Nevada Gun Owners
April 11th, 2019
The deadliest mass shooting in our country’s history occurred in Las Vegas on October 1, 2017. Within a span of minutes, 58 people lost their lives, and more than 850 others suffered injuries. A primary reason the horrific attack shattered so many…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
