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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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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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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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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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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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Parental Kidnapping or Abduction of a Child Under NRS 200.359
October 25th, 2021
When parents share custody of a child under a court order or by law, a Nevada statute makes it a criminal offense for either parent to detain, conceal, or remove a child without written permission of the other parent. Parental kidnapping or abduction…
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Probation and Parole: Differences and Similarities
October 14th, 2021
Probation and parole are both types of conditional release following conviction of criminal charges. In some ways, they are similar — but there are also significant differences. Probation may allow you to avoid going to prison. Parole may be grante…
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Understanding Restraining Orders in Las Vegas
September 13th, 2021
Nevada has laws that protect individuals from threats of harm in many different situations. Courts have authority to issue restraining orders — also called protection orders or protective orders — in appropriate circumstances. If you face a poten…
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What is the Necessity Defense in a Las Vegas DUI Case?
July 15th, 2021
If you face a drunk driving charge in Las Vegas, a criminal defense attorney uses a range of strategies to defend against the charge. One strategy that applies in some circumstances is the necessity defense. Specific requirements must be met before y…
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Las Vegas DUI Laws: What Visitors and Residents Need to Know
June 10th, 2021
Nevada has some of the toughest drunk driving and drugged driving laws in the country — and Las Vegas police aggressively enforce those laws. Whether you are a visitor or resident, even a first DUI conviction can have a significant adverse effect o…
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