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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.
When Can You Get an Uncontested Divorce in Las Vegas?
March 31st, 2022
Nevada has a simplified, expedited process for married couples to receive an uncontested divorce. The spouses and circumstances must meet specific criteria to be eligible for the process. If you wish to pursue an uncontested divorce in Las Vegas, con…
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Categories: Nevada Family Law
Understanding Felony Murder in Nevada
March 24th, 2022
The criminal offense commonly called felony murder is a type of first degree murder in Nevada. The law defines felony murder as a murder that occurs during commission or attempted commission of specific crimes. Felony murder is a category A felony th…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
What Are the Exceptions to the Miranda Rights Rule?
March 17th, 2022
The legal requirement that police advise individuals of their Constitutional rights under specific circumstances is well-established. The Miranda rights rule ultimately can result in suppression of evidence obtained in violation of the rule. However,…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
What’s the Future of the Nevada Ghost Gun Law?
February 14th, 2022
In December 2020, a Nevada state court judge invalidated key portions of the new Nevada ghost gun law. The statute, which had an effective date of January 1, 2022, addresses production and possession of unregistered firearms. While the court ruling t…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
Changes in Nevada Criminal Laws in 2022
February 9th, 2022
Every year, the Nevada legislature passes dozens of new laws. Many of them go into effect on January 1st of the following year. This year is no exception, with many changes in state law from the 2021 legislative session taking effect on January 1, 20…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
Gun Possession Charges in Las Vegas: What You Need to Know
February 1st, 2022
If you own a gun and live in or visit Las Vegas, you should understand the federal and Nevada criminal offenses relating to gun possession. Numerous statutes govern how, when, and where you may carry a gun, as well as how firearms may be used. The di…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
What Constitutes Domestic Violence in Nevada?
December 27th, 2021
Nevada domestic violence charges are extremely serious offenses in Nevada. The statute governing domestic violence is broad and complex. Many different types of conduct can fall within its scope. If you face a domestic violence allegation, a convicti…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
What Is the Nevada Good Samaritan Drug Law?
December 23rd, 2021
Nevada has a statute named the Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act. The law contains various provisions that protect persons who take specific actions to assist a person who may be overdosing on drugs or alcohol, including immunity for a person who seek…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
Dissolution and Modification of Nevada Restraining Orders
December 20th, 2021
Nevada law provides for issuance of restraining orders, also called protective or protection orders, in specific circumstances, including domestic violence. In some cases, a change of circumstances that occurs after issuance of an order may justify a…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
Nevada Community Property Laws: How to Protect Separate Property in a Marriage (and Divorce)
November 10th, 2021
Under Nevada community property laws that apply to a divorce, the spouses divide all property acquired during a marriage, except for property clearly identified as separate property. Often, separate property becomes community property subject to divi…
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Categories: Nevada Family Law
