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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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Where Are Guns Not Allowed In Nevada?
November 10th, 2025
Residents and out-of-state visitors who own a firearm need to be fully informed about the federal and state laws and regulations that prohibit carrying a gun in specific locations in the State of Nevada. While open carry applies throughout the state,…
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Driver’s License Revocation in a Nevada DUI Case
August 25th, 2025
A Nevada DUI carries significant potential penalties, including the possibility of a driver’s license suspension or revocation. The driver’s license aspect of a DUI involves an administrative process that is completely separate from a DUI court c…
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What Are White-Collar Crimes?
August 7th, 2025
In criminal law, some offenses are characterized as white-collar crimes. The term does not refer to a specific charge, but to certain types of offenses. White-collar crimes are investigated and prosecuted either at the state or federal level, usually…
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Understanding Field Sobriety Tests in a Las Vegas DUI Stop
July 25th, 2025
If field sobriety tests are a factor in a DUI arrest, an experienced criminal defense attorney can challenge the test results with several different defenses, including the fact that field sobriety tests are not reliable indicators of impairment. The…
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The Significance of Implied Consent in a Nevada DUI Stop
July 11th, 2025
When certain prerequisites are met, specific Nevada laws provide that all drivers give implied consent to breath, blood, urine, and other tests to determine whether a driver was under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance while in contro…
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How Can You Defend Against a Las Vegas DUI Charge?
May 12th, 2025
A Las Vegas DUI charge is a very serious matter. A conviction can have significant consequences that affect important parts of your life. Getting help from an experienced DUI defense attorney is an important first step to take in defending against th…
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When Is a Nevada Criminal Violation Charged as a Felony?
April 24th, 2025
A felony is the most serious classification of crime in Nevada. State laws establish felony offenses in five categories, identified as Category A through E, ranging from the most serious to the least serious. If you face a felony charge, it is crucia…
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