During your criminal case, you may hear prosecutors and defense lawyers talk about “inculpatory evidence.” Inculpatory evidence forms the basis of the prosecution’s case against a defendant, helping prosecutors prove a defendant’s guilt for the charged criminal offenses. Inculpatory evidence can include evidence directly demonstrating a defendant’s participation in a criminal offense or allowing a jury or judge to infer […]
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Are you ready to take the next step toward achieving your dream of living in the United States? The Diversity Immigrant Visa Program offers a rare chance for those from underrepresented countries to apply for lawful permanent residency. Here’s what you need to know about the application process. Request a Legal Case Evaluation Introduction to the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program […]
Are you worried about how a DUI might affect your Green Card? Here’s what you need to know about the effects of a DUI conviction on your immigration status and how a lawyer can counter unfavorable assumptions about your moral character. Request a Legal Case Evaluation Understanding the Impact of a DUI on Green Card Holders Driving under the influence […]
A felony conviction in Nevada carries serious consequences, including losing the Second Amendment right to possess a firearm. If you are a convicted felon in possession of a firearm in Nevada facing charges, you need an experienced Las Vegas gun charge criminal defense attorney. When you hire a lawyer from De Castroverde Law Group Criminal & Immigration, you can be confident we […]
If you have been convicted of a crime, you may be sentenced to house arrest rather than being given a traditional jail sentence. Among the many questions you may have about residential confinement is whether you are allowed to receive visitors. Here is what you need to know about the rights you have in Nevada if you are serving a […]
Workers’ compensation provides benefits to employees who suffer occupational injuries. These benefits can cover medical care, lost wages, and more, depending on the injury. Most U.S. workers qualify for these benefits, including those without legal immigration status. Request a Legal Case Evaluation Undocumented workers’ rights are essential in places like Las Vegas, where many people in construction, hospitality, and other […]
What Happens If You Are Charged with a Felony But Not Convicted
Facing felony charges and potentially severe penalties is an incredibly stressful experience, so beating a conviction no doubt comes as a huge relief. However, after the elation dies down, you might find yourself asking, what happens when you’ve gotten arrested and prosecuted for a felony, but those charges were dismissed or the jury acquitted you? Can a felony arrest and […]
A criminal defense attorney may decide to file a motion to withdraw as counsel in a prosecution for various reasons. In most cases, an attorney will file a motion for withdrawal due to a client’s failure to abide by the terms of their engagement/retainer agreement, such as: Failing to pay the attorney’s fees Withholding evidence from the attorney Failing to […]
While Nevada law requires anyone involved in a car accident to stay at the scene and take certain steps, not all drivers follow the law. The penalties for fleeing the scene of a collision depend on whether anyone involved in the crash sustained injuries or died, among other factors. So, is leaving the scene of a Nevada car accident a […]
When multiple people work together to commit a crime, they may jointly face prosecution as co-defendants. Having a co-defendant in a criminal case can complicate your defense, in that: You may have to determine whether and how to cooperate with co-defendants on a defense strategy. There may be conflicting or separate evidence for each defendant. Your co-defendants might “turn” on […]