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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.
Do You Get Alimony in a Nevada Divorce?
April 24th, 2024
Nevada divorce laws authorize a judge to award alimony, also called spousal support, to either spouse in a divorce proceeding. There is not, however, an entitlement to receive alimony when you get a Nevada divorce. The laws provide complex factors fo…
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Categories: Nevada Family Law
How Does a Judge Determine the Best Interest of a Child in a Nevada Custody Case?
April 10th, 2024
Complex state laws apply to Nevada court decisions relating to the custody of a child. When a judge decides custody issues, the primary consideration under state law is what is in the best interest of the child. Determining the child’s best interes…
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Categories: Nevada Family Law
What Is Statutory Rape in Las Vegas?
March 22nd, 2024
All sex crimes are serious offenses in Las Vegas. Statutory rape, formally named statutory sexual seduction, is a specifically defined sex crime that can carry substantial penalties, including prison time and a significant fine. Notably, it is a stri…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
Marijuana Laws for Las Vegas Visitors and Residents in 2024
March 8th, 2024
A significant change in Nevada marijuana law effective on January 1, 2024, makes it a good time to review all the state laws that apply to purchase, possession, and use of recreational marijuana. For Las Vegas visitors and residents, violating any on…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
Can You Expunge a Las Vegas Criminal Record?
February 23rd, 2024
A criminal record can cause a multitude of problems in your life. Fortunately, in many cases, the State of Nevada provides a process to minimize the effects of a record. Unlike some states, Nevada does not have a way to expunge records, but there is…
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What Is Entrapment in a Nevada Criminal Case?
February 9th, 2024
If you face a criminal charge in Nevada, entrapment may be a potential defense to the charge, depending on the circumstances of the case. Generally, entrapment involves improper police conduct that induces a person to commit a crime that the person o…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
Can You Withdraw a Guilty Plea in a Las Vegas Criminal Case?
January 24th, 2024
In a Las Vegas criminal case, a defendant may regret entering a guilty plea for many different reasons. A specific Nevada law allows a defendant to make a motion to withdraw a plea of guilty, not guilty but mentally ill, or nolo contendere. The statu…
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3 Child Custody Mistakes to Avoid
January 10th, 2024
Child custody matters are stressful, emotional, and often difficult to resolve. In the process of trying to solve a problem, you may make mistakes that inadvertently and unintentionally undermine your legal position in a child custody case. Being awa…
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Who Pays the Legal Fees for a Nevada Divorce?
December 22nd, 2023
The legal fees and costs of court proceedings may pose a financial challenge for a married individual who wants to pursue a divorce. For that reason, spouses considering divorce often ask whether the other spouse can be made to pay their legal fees.…
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What Is Legal Separation in Nevada?
December 8th, 2023
In Nevada, the term legal separation refers to a statutory court process. In some circumstances, spouses who are navigating marital difficulties may benefit from pursuing a legal separation action instead of filing for divorce. While talking with a k…
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