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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.
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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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.
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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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Thinking About Relying on Las Vegas Casino Markers to Gamble? Think Again.
March 21st, 2019
If your visit to Las Vegas includes plans to finance your gambling with casino markers, be sure you understand exactly how markers work. If you use them and do not repay the money you borrow from the casino in a timely manner, you can face serious…
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Historic First Step Act Brings Significant Federal Criminal Justice System Reform
February 14th, 2019
On December 21, 2018, a new law called the FIRST STEP Act brought dramatic reform to federal prisons and the federal criminal justice system. The statute — characterized by the New York Times as embodying “the most significant changes to the cr…
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Can Police Conduct a DNA Test After a Las Vegas Arrest?
February 8th, 2019
A Nevada statute governs the ability of law enforcement to collect a DNA sample after an arrest. Under the law, police must conduct a DNA test after a Las Vegas arrest in specific circumstances.
Required DNA Tests After a Las Vegas Arrest
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Las Vegas Fraud Charges Come In Many Different Forms
December 13th, 2018
Conduct and activities that can lead to charges for Las Vegas fraud crimes cover a wide spectrum. Potential penalties often include heavy fines, lengthy prison sentences, restitution, and even reimbursement of investigation costs in some cases.
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Las Vegas DUI Breath and Blood Tests — What Happens If You Refuse?
December 6th, 2018
Las Vegas visitors and residents need to understand the Nevada implied consent laws that apply to DUI breath and blood tests. If you’re pulled over for suspected DUI or arrested on a charge, refusing to take the tests can make your circumstance…
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