In Las Vegas, underage people are often tempted to try and use a fake ID to purchase alcohol, marijuana, or tobacco as well as to gamble in one of the numerous casinos along the famous strip. If you are caught with fake IDs in Vegas, however, you may be charged with a criminal offense. What Counts as a Fake ID in Nevada? Typically, a fake ID refers to an altered or counterfeit driver’s license, state identification card, passport, Las Vegas work card, or membership card. When Is Possession of a Fake ID a Misdemeanor in Las Vegas? While an individual may possess a fake ID for more nefarious re ..read more

In a criminal prosecution, the state bears the burden of proving the defendant’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. To do that, the prosecution must present evidence that proves each element of the offense. The defendant is not required to prove anything in a criminal prosecution; although, a defendant may choose to present evidence and testimony in his/her defense. What many defendants do not know is that the State also has a constitutional duty of due process to disclose material evidence favorable to a defendant. Whether uncovered by the prosecution or the defense, this evidence is referred ..read more

Las Vegas is known as the entertainment and gambling capital of the world. However, there is one gamble that you might not want to take in Nevada: cheating the casinos. It’s not just lousy gamesmanship, it’s against the law and can cause you to incur severe penalties if convicted. Gaming and gambling taxes make up a large portion of the tax revenues collected by the state of Nevada. With that in mind, you can see why the state has strict laws against defrauding casinos.  Casinos are not just casual entertainment, they’re big business here in Nevada.    If you’ve been charged w ..read more

If you have an active warrant in Las Vegas, you could wind up in jail because the warrant shows up during a routine traffic stop. To avoid such a scenario, it is in your best interest to perform a Las Vegas warrant search and to address the warrant immediately if one does exist. What Is the Difference between a Bench Warrant and a Search Warrant? While either a bench warrant or an arrest warrant could result in your arrest, these are different types of warrants. An arrest warrant is issued when a judge is convinced that there is probable cause to believe you committed a criminal offense. Thin ..read more

If you have reason to believe you have an active warrant, you understandably want to know what your options are for dealing with the warrant. For example, if you have a warrant can you just pay it? Will you be required to go to a court hearing or be arrested if you have an active warrant? Because every situation involving a warrant is unique, your best bet is to consult with an experienced Las Vegas criminal defense attorney. In the meantime, however, it helps to learn more about your legal options when you have an active warrant. Bench Warrant vs. Arrest Warrant? There are two types of warra ..read more

If you are convicted of a criminal offense, either because you entered into a guilty plea agreement with the State or because you were found guilty at trial, you may end up spending some time on probation or parole. While people often use those terms interchangeably, they are not the same thing. Whether you are currently facing criminal charges or have already been sentenced, it is important to understand the similarities and differences between parole vs. probation. What Is Probation? Probation is a sentencing alternative that can be used in lieu of, or in addition to, incarceration that all ..read more

Despite impressive campaigns by both government authorities and private advocacy groups aimed at getting motorists to refrain from driving while under the influence, drunk driving deaths still occur every 50 minutes across the United States and one out of every three motor vehicle crash fatalities involves a driver driving while under the influence. Not surprisingly, penalties for driving under the influence have been increased in many states to discourage drivers from getting behind the wheel after consuming alcohol or ingesting a controlled substance. If you have been arrested in Nevada for ..read more

The killing of a human being is a criminal offense in the State of Nevada. Exactly what criminal offense you are charged with and what penalties you face if you kill someone will depend on the facts and circumstances surrounding the killing. If you are charged with involuntary manslaughter, for example, you need to understand what the State must prove to convict you and what sentence you face if convicted. How Does Nevada Law Define Involuntary Manslaughter? Nevada Revised Statutes Section 200.70 governs the crime of involuntary manslaughter defined as “the killing of a human being, without a ..read more

Like most states, Nevada law differentiates between various circumstances involving killing a human being. The most serious of all homicide offenses is capital murder. If you have been charged with capital murder it is crucial that you understand how capital murder differs from other homicide offenses, the elements required to convict you, and the legal implications if you are convicted. So what is capital murder? What Is Capital Murder in Nevada? Capital murder is the most egregious of all offenses that involve a killing and is the only criminal offense for which you can receive the death pe ..read more

Being involved in a motor vehicle accident is not a criminal offense. However, if you were involved in a motor vehicle accident and failed to wait at the scene, you may wonder, “Is hit and run a felony in Nevada?” Whether a hit and run can be charged as a felony in Nevada depends on whether anyone was injured in the crash. Nevada Law: Duty to Stop at the Scene of an Accident Nevada law requires a driver to stop after being involved in a collision if the crash resulted in damage to a vehicle or injury to a person. The potential penalties for failing to stop depend on the accident’s severity ..read more