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In Nevada, you can be charged with a separate crime if you are convicted of three or more subsequent felonies. This means that you may face severe prison sentences in addition to the penalties for ...

One of the most common defenses used against criminal charges of assault involves alleging self-defense. While many other defense strategies involve denying the assault occurred or questioning whether ...

On April 20, 2021, (4/20, appropriately enough), the Nevada State Assembly passed AB 400, an attempt to change DUI laws for marijuana users. The guidelines proposed under AB 400 require prosecutors to ...

On April 13, 2021, the Nevada State Assembly passed Bill 395. This bill, if it becomes law, will abolish the death penalty in the state. Some are saying this is a historic move, but the bill still has ...

Every state has a statute of limitations, or a time limit, for when a person can be charged with a crime. Although some serious crimes, such a murder, do not have a statute of limitations, most others ...

In Anderson v. Eighth Judicial District Court , one of the most significant cases in the state, the Nevada Supreme Court decided that a person charged with a misdemeanor battery domestic violence ...

Domestic violence convictions can impact your life in a number of ways, most of which will follow you for years to come. According to federal law called the “Domestic Violence Offender Gun Ban”, also ...

Protective orders, also known as restraining orders, are typically filed by those who are seeking protection from domestic violence , stalking, or other forms of harassment. Essentially, a protective ...

As of November 8 th , 2016, marijuana became legal for recreational use by adults in Nevada. Recreational sales began on July 1 st , 2017. Adults who are 21 years of age or older are allowed to ...

When it comes to drug crimes , most people often think of illegal substances such as cocaine , meth , ecstasy , and even marijuana. However, prescription drug fraud occurs in every state and community ...

In the state of Nevada, having any amount of an illegal narcotic on your person, in your control, or within your property can constitute simple possession . While this is often regarded as the least ...

On April 20, 2021, (4/20, appropriately enough), the Nevada State Assembly passed AB 400, an attempt to change DUI laws for marijuana users. The guidelines proposed under AB 400 require prosecutors to ...

The main purpose of DUI checkpoints is to deter motorists from driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you happen to go through a DUI checkpoint after having a couple of drinks, you may ...

When it comes to guessing if a person is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, finding a reason can prove difficult for police. To help law enforcement determine whether a driver might be drunk ...

Attorney Fischer Ranks High Among US Trial Lawyers for The Second Time David R. Fischer has done it again. We are delighted to announce that our Las Vegas criminal defense attorney has been ...

The Consequences of Inconclusiveness Juries who are told that forensic experts are 100% reliable should be cautious. Oftentimes, forensic testimony is not questioned in criminal trials because these ...

When thinking of the criminal justice system, no doubt an image of a trial complete with a judge and jury comes to mind. Despite this prevalent assumption as to how the criminal justice system ...

While Nevada is known for its relaxed laws regarding prostitution , the act of exchanging sexual favors for some form of payment is still illegal outside of licensed brothels located in only eight ...

Fabulous Las Vegas is a frequent holiday destination for people all around the globe who want to let loose and have some unparalleled fun with friends and family. But the nickname “Sin City” isn’t all ...

Have you been arrested for allegedly soliciting, pandering or engaging in prostitution in Las Vegas? If so, it is imperative that you retain the services of a powerful criminal defense attorney who ...

When it comes to sex crimes , any activity related to child pornography may result in lengthy prison sentences, costly fines, and registration as a sex offender. Charges—and even mere accusations—can ...

The age of consent is defined as the minimum age of a person who can legally consent to have sexual intercourse with another individual. In Nevada, the age of consent for heterosexual conduct is 16 ...

In Nevada, you can be charged with a separate crime if you are convicted of three or more subsequent felonies. This means that you may face severe prison sentences in addition to the penalties for ...

Attorney David R. Fischer helped our client get his charges dismissed in the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) “Tiregate” case after Las Vegas Justice of the Peace Eric Goodman found that the ...

In Nevada, you can be charged with a separate crime if you are convicted of three or more subsequent felonies. This means that you may face severe prison sentences in addition to the penalties for ...

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has been known to use various types of sting operations in order to catch criminals in the act. One of the most controversial and widely used programs in ...

In Nevada, you can be charged with a separate crime if you are convicted of three or more subsequent felonies. This means that you may face severe prison sentences in addition to the penalties for ...

Ask someone their opinion on what is the worst crime on the books, and they’ll probably tell you that it is murder . Ask them again what should be done with someone accused of murder, and they’ll ...

When a person dies at the hands of another, it is considered a homicide in the eyes of the law. In the state of Nevada, criminal homicide charges are divided into two categories: murder and ...