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 […]
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 […]
Following an arrest for driving under the influence, you may worry about the potentially harsh consequences of a DUI conviction. You might wonder whether you can pursue a reduction of your DUI charges to another less serious offense with lighter penalties. Request a Legal Case Evaluation How often do prosecutors in Las Vegas agree to reduce DUI charges? Prosecutors have […]
Nevada law allows anyone who believes they have been the target of an act of domestic violence, sexual assault, harassment, or stalking to ask the court for a restraining order against the person they believe committed that act. The goal of these restrictions is to prevent or reduce the risk of future acts of abuse or harassment. To file for […]
After arresting and booking a criminal suspect, the police department hands the case to the prosecutor’s office. These officials decide how a case proceeds at each step of the prosecution, including whether prosecutors file charges, which charges the defendant will face, and whether to agree to a plea deal with the defendant. These decisions fall under the umbrella of prosecutorial […]
House arrest—formally called residential confinement in Nevada—is a sentencing alternative to traditional incarceration in a county jail or state prison following a criminal conviction. A court may order house arrest instead of a jail or prison term or as a condition of probation or parole. In some cases, courts may use house arrest as an alternative to pre-trial incarceration, in […]
Lewdness is a term that often appears in legal contexts, but many people may not fully understand its definition or implications. At De Castroverde Criminal & Immigration, we recognize the importance of educating our clients and the public about various legal matters so they can understand the potential consequences of charges they may face. This knowledge can also help you […]
Early in the criminal justice process, a defendant will face the court at an arraignment hearing. They will understandably want to resolve their charges as soon as possible after an arrest, so they may wonder whether they can seek to have their charges dropped at the arraignment hearing. Request a Legal Case Evaluation Understanding Arraignment Hearings An arraignment is typically […]
In Nevada, voluntary manslaughter is defined as the killing of another person in a sudden, irresistible passion as a result of a provocation that would cause a reasonable person to act rashly. To qualify as voluntary manslaughter, the act must be an intentional killing without premeditation that immediately follows provocation. Request a Legal Case Evaluation Voluntary manslaughter is a Class […]
Unemployment Insurance (UI) is a crucial financial safety net for individuals who have lost their jobs through no fault. It helps to stabilize the economy during downturns by assisting those in need to meet their financial obligations while they seek new employment. However, the integrity of this program is compromised when fraud occurs. Unemployment Insurance fraud drains resources from those […]
