The filing of criminal charges allows states such as Nevada to hold people accountable when they break the law. The charge represents an accusation that you have violated society’s rules, as expressed through various statutes. But the law also puts limitations on the government. For example, in almost every instance, prosecutors have a limited amount of time in which they […]
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Most of Nevada’s criminal statutes involve someone who takes an overt action that the legislature considers illegal. Others, however, fall under a section of the criminal code that identifies what’s known as “inchoate” or “incomplete” crimes. Inchoate offenses comprise actions that by themselves would not be illegal, but go against the law because they are done to further some other […]
Individuals who are convicted of sex crimes in Nevada face serious punishment including prison sentences and fines. In addition, Nevada law requires sex offenders to add their names to a public database known as the Nevada State Sex Offender Registry. This database provides information about the whereabouts of convicted sex offenders. Its goal is to protect the public and serve […]
Nevada law takes underage gambling very seriously, resulting in misdemeanor charges and other grave consequences in Las Vegas. This means using a fake ID to gamble in Las Vegas casinos can result in you going to jail. Due to their knowledge and experience, a Las Vegas criminal defense attorney is essential in these situations. Even if you gain entry into a casino […]
Two of the most highly debated subjects in the United States are gun possession and the regulation of marijuana. With states having their own laws on the matter, it can be unclear to know exactly what is legal. The coinciding use of medical marijuana and firearm possession in Nevada is a part of those confusing matters. For one, can you […]
Like every other state, Nevada emphasizes violent crime involving husbands and wives, boyfriends and girlfriends, parents and children, and other family members or intimate acquaintances. Unfortunately, crimes of this nature are not uncommon in Nevada, with more than 27,000 people seeking the services of the Nevada Coalition To End Domestic and Sexual Violence. Domestic violence is a severe criminal offense […]
Preparing to purchase a gun in any state can come with a long list of federal, state, and local requirements. Las Vegas, Nevada, is a location where you can purchase firearms from both commercial and private dealers. Below are steps you can take to make the process in Las Vegas, Nevada, go smoothly. Preparing To Buy and Own a Gun […]
Las Vegas is a hot spot of adventure, sights, and fun with its vast offerings of unique attractions. Whether you’re in Las Vegas for business, a vacation, or you’re a resident, the last thing you’d expect to deal with is being accused of a crime or arrested. Continue reading to learn more about the arrest process, what you should do […]
For as long as there have been laws restricting certain activities by age, there have been people who try to get around those laws with fake driver licenses or other pieces of phony identification. In Nevada and many other states, it is illegal to possess, sell, or transfer documentation intended to frustrate those laws, no matter what the intent is. […]
Many people worldwide want to come to the United States to work either temporarily or permanently or become citizens. Getting permission to do so can be a lengthy and complicated process. It starts in most cases when someone, like an employer, either sponsors you or submits a petition, such as from a family member. Sponsorships or petitions can eventually lead […]