Recent Blog Posts
Illegal Tax Evasion in the News in Nevada
Tax crimes are in the news in Nevada. Last week, 3 News Las Vegas reported on the story of a tax return preparer was sentenced to 40 months in prison for taking over $450,000 – money that his clients had turned over to him for tax payments – and using the money for himself…. Read More »
What is Duress?
Under Nevada law, all persons are capable of committing crimes, with some notable exceptions. Among these exceptions are some familiar criminal defenses. For example, Nevada law specifically provides that for an insanity defense. A person cannot be criminally punished for an act or omission if the act was committed or the omission was made… Read More »
Nevada Sports Gambling Facts and Figures
In Nevada, where sports betting is legal, the state has a comprehensive scheme of gaming laws and regulations. For more information about these laws in general, or about legal sports betting in Nevada, contact an experienced Las Vegas criminal lawyer. Public Policy and Gaming in the United States In May of 2018, the United… Read More »
New Nevada Law on Employer’s Use of Marijuana Drug Test Results
For many if not most of today’s job seekers, the job application process is difficult and stressful. From creating the resume, to crafting the cover letter, to finally getting the coveted interview, the process is time consuming, lengthy, and sometimes disappointing. Added to these stresses is the fact that for many of today’s prospective… Read More »
Some Misdemeanor Domestic Violence Cases Prosecuted as Battery in Las Vegas
Misdemeanor domestic violence cases are being prosecuted as simple battery cases in the city of Las Vegas, according to reports in US News, Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) and the Las Vegas Review-Journal. The reason for the change in the nature of these prosecutions, which dates back to October of 2019, is the Nevada Supreme… Read More »
Red Flag Laws
There is no doubt that measures to address gun violence are and will continue to be in the national and state news. Arguments on both sides of the issue have been presented in the wake of gun violence that has occurred across the nation. “Red flag” laws, also known as extreme risk protection orders… Read More »
Animal Cruelty Prevention Laws
According to information made available by the Humane Society, most animal cruelty cases go unreported. Nevertheless, based on available data, some facts about animal cruelty are available: where animal abuse is reported, the victims are most often dogs, cats, horses and livestock although animal cruelty and neglect are not specifically correlated with any particular… Read More »
Federal Government Provides More Funds to Fight Drug Addiction Crisis
Increased federal funding is being directed towards combatting drug abuse in Nevada, as well as in other states. As reported by the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Nevada, in furtherance of the federal government’s efforts to combat the nation’s drug crisis, the Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs has recently… Read More »
What to Do After Being Arrested for a Bar Fight in Las Vegas
Whether a person is a tourist or calls Sin City home, fights are something that frequently occurs breaks out in clubs and bars throughout Las Vegas. The reasons for bar and club fights stem from overly drinking alcohol to someone saying something that another person simply did not like. Here’s what to do if… Read More »
Drug Crimes in Las Vegas
There are several controlled substances and categories of drug laws in Nevada. At times, it’s difficult to tell what type of drug can one legally take and what is illegal. Because Nevada has several laws for drug crimes, here’s some information you should know about drug crimes in Las Vegas. Drug Crimes are Serious… Read More »
