Criminal Stalking Laws – How Does Nevada Compare to Other States?
Stalking laws are in place to protect people from suffering reasonable fear at the hands of a specific person. Each state defines the crime of stalking differently, and has separate stalking statutes. The Nevada stalking laws have certain requirements, standards, classifications, and repercussions that other states may not have. Learning your rights against stalkers in your state will allow you to […]
Companies like Air BnB appear to offer win-win situations. Travelers get accommodations with unique charm for less than the cost of an expensive hotel. Renters get to make a little extra money. It seems like the perfect match—until someone destroys your property or is injured on it. This is why understanding Air BnB liability is essential before agreeing on a contract. Property […]
A lawsuit is going viral, as a man is suing both a teenage driver and Snapchat for negligence in a case that could set a legal precedent for the kinds of liability apps have for their users. A snapchat driving accident like this is, unfortunately, common in this generation and present serious risks for all members involved. Christal McGee, 18, […]
Counting cards is a legal activity; no federal or state laws state that card counters are committing an offense. Police officers cannot arrest you for counting cards at a casino, nor can they convict you of any crimes. Before you hit the Las Vegas Strip and try your hand at counting cards, however, realize there are several ways card counting […]
Contrary to popular belief, there are no federal or state laws restricting counting cards as a strategy for winning. Nevada has no laws in place that state citizens cannot count cards to win blackjack, poker, or other games in casinos – a defense many card counters are quick to pull out. However, Las Vegas casinos are private property and therefore […]
Casinos are in business to please and entertain guests, but this doesn’t mean guests have free rein to do as they wish. While Las Vegas patrons are free to carry concealed or open-carry weapons while walking down the Strip, they have to be more careful when it comes to entering casinos because of the Las Vegas gun casino rules. Gun […]
Las Vegas valet parking may be an invaluable service, but do you know what risks valet services carry? When you allow a valet to park your car, you’re handing over the keys – to what’s likely the most valuable thing you own besides your house – to a complete stranger. We assume the valet is honorable and won’t let any […]
The Relationship Between Las Vegas Crime and California Prisons
Violent crime is on the rise in Las Vegas – notoriously referred to as Sin City for its propensity for catering to vices and various illegal activities. Residents are no strangers to crime in urban areas, but this sudden surge is causing many to question the reasons behind this large influx of crime. Las Vegas crime rates have risen in […]
Pavement Traffic Lights, A Solution to Las Vegas Pedestrian Accidents
The number of pedestrian deaths is steadily on the rise, as more and more people allow their mobile devices to distract them while walking across dangerous intersections. As smartphone use continues to increase, so do the number of deaths related to pedestrian distraction. In Las Vegas, thousands of people walk the streets and sidewalks every day. The Las Vegas Strip […]
Lawmakers wrote Las Vegas trespassing laws with a particular situation in mind – the common occurrence of rowdy casino patrons refusing to leave casinos. While these patrons may not believe their refusal to leave is punishable by law, their actions in fact could qualify as trespassing – leaving the patron with a criminal record, extensive fines, and even jail time. […]
