[Tweet “In Nevada, “domestic violence” refers to the crime or other acts that constitute DV.”] There may be some confusion between the terms domestic violence and domestic abuse, so we’ve written this post to clear things up as clarity is very important, especially in criminal defense. This post will be particularly useful for visitors from …
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Penalties of Perjury [Tweet “Lying under oath is a serious criminal offense in Nevada. “] Lying under oath is a serious criminal offense in Nevada. Swearing to “tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth” and still lying can lead to criminal charges. If you are accused of committing perjury, you should …
In some states, hitting your spouse in front of your children only merits a domestic violence charge. In Nevada, however, not only will you be charged with battery domestic violence case, and possibly child endangerment as well if this happens. Just one action can net you two separate charges. A Las Vegas Domestic Violence Attorney specializing …
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[Tweet “It may still be possible for you to be arrested for DUI even if another driver bumped into your car.”] Sober or not, it may still be possible for you to be arrested for driving under the influence even if another driver bumped into your car. We’ve listed the most likely scenarios and possible …
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In every domestic violence case, it is the job of the police to identify the aggressor as soon as they arrive at the scene. Due to the dangerous and difficult nature of domestic violence cases, they will arrest the person that is the most likely aggressor. Remember the reasons listed below because it may be …
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If you have been charged with domestic violence in Las Vegas, be prepared – you are already at a disadvantage right from the very start. Your criminal defense attorney will remind you that facing a domestic violence charge puts you at a worse position than other crimes because of the circumstances involving you and the …
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Listed below are DUI schools in Nevada approved by the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles. If you’re looking for more schools or schools in other areas, please take a look at the DMV’s complete list of DUI schools in Nevada. You can also ask our Las Vegas DUI lawyer to refer you to reputable DUI …
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[Tweet “Boating under the influence carries the same charges and penalties as DUI.”] In Nevada, the crime of driving under the influence does not only cover motor vehicles like cars or motorcycles, it also covers other vehicles like boats and aircraft as well. We’ll discuss the particulars of DUI Boating in Las Vegas in this …
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[Tweet “It is illegal to make false reports under any reason.”] It is the duty of every citizen to report any crimes to the police as soon as they happen; however, it is illegal to make false reports under any reason. This article will explain the definition of false reporting of crimes and its penalties. …
[Tweet “Domestic violence defenses are available to the accused if they were charged with domestic violence.”]Several domestic violence defenses are available to the accused if they were charged with domestic violence. however, you may require an experienced Las Vegas domestic violence attorney to use them effectively. Self-defense Self-defense is a legitimate claim in domestic violence …
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“How many drinks did you have, sir?” “J-just one, officer.” If this scenario seems familiar, this article may be useful to you. The question we’re trying to answer here is, one what? One, two, maybe three cans of beer might not be enough to get someone drunk, but a shot of hard liquor could. While …
Commercial drivers are held to a higher standard compared to non-commercial drivers. This involves difficult tests just to obtain a license, as well as more restrictions and harsher penalties when committing automobile related crime, such as driving under the influence or Commercial Driver DUI . If you are accused of this, please contact a drunk driving …
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It is possible to claim duress or Coercion as a Defense if you have committed a crime as a result of someone coercing you into the act because you or someone else was threatened with physical harm or violence. What is duress? Duress is defined in criminal law as the situation in which the defendant was …
In Nevada, you can be charged with DUI or other criminal charges, even if you’re not conscious or awake at all. There are many causes for these circumstances, but this time, we’ll concentrate on the particulars when it involves hypnotic substances or drugs like Ambien & Lunesta. The reasoning behind the charge There are many …
A criminal charge is a serious case because it can potentially take away a person’s freedom, but criminal prosecution is a necessity in every society. However, those who hold power or made a horrible mistake can easily have someone innocent thrown in jail. Therefore, “probable cause” is a requirement for most criminal charges to protect …
Contrary to popular belief, domestic violence is not limited to just abuse. A person can still be charged with domestic violence or even be charged with a separate crime if they have committed the following crimes. If you have been accused of any of the following crimes under domestic violence, you will need a Las …
