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 […]
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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. […]
Due to the high number of tourists visiting Las Vegas every year, taxicab accidents are unfortunately quite common. Determining the cause of your taxi accident is crucial in deciding who is at fault and what your rights are moving forward. Know the Las Vegas taxi cab regulations when you step into a taxicab and reduce your risk of being stuck in […]
The November 8, 2016 Nevada state ballot will open with Question 1 – the Nevada Background Checks for Gun Purchases Initiative. This Nevada firearm proposition makes the call to change current laws surrounding firearms possession, requiring firearm transfers go through a licensed gun dealer who would run a background check prior to the completion of sale. Nevada’s Current Firearm Possession Laws […]
People take a vacation to let loose and shed their responsibilities, and what better place to do that than Las Vegas? Sin City has a reputation for few restrictions and an “Anything Goes” attitude. However, visitors must still abide by the law, or they can face serious consequences. If your friend or relative was arrested in Las Vegas and is […]