Tag Archive for: Criminal Defense Attorney

Nevada’s Good Samaritan Law: Will You Get Arrested If You Call 911 During a Drug Overdose?

Every second counts when someone overdoses. However, worrying about being arrested can make those around them hesitate to call for help, which can cost someone their life. If you’re somewhere that drugs are being used and someone overdoses, calling 911 means potentially exposing yourself to law enforcement. So, what does Nevada law actually say about […]

Police Misconduct and Qualified Immunity: What Nevada Victims Should Know

If you or someone you love has been hurt by the actions of a police officer, you may already know that holding law enforcement accountable is rarely straightforward. One of the biggest legal hurdles victims run into is a doctrine called qualified immunity. It’s a concept that shows up constantly in police misconduct cases, and […]

What Evidence Can Strengthen a Police Brutality Claim in Las Vegas?

Police brutality cases are among the most challenging types of civil claims to win. Between legal doctrines like qualified immunity, the natural credibility that officers are often given in court, and the difficulty of proving what actually happened during a fast-moving encounter, victims frequently face an uphill battle. The strength of your evidence can make […]

Arrested for Drugs in Las Vegas? Learn the Difference between Possession and Intent to Distribute

Getting caught with drugs in Las Vegas is always a serious situation. However, there’s a difference between being charged with “simple possession” and being charged with “possession with intent to distribute”. Will You Be Charged with Simple Possession or Intent to Distribute? The charge you face will depend on a few things. Simple possession means […]

What Happens When the Victim Doesn’t Want to Press Charges?

You’ve been arrested for domestic violence. However, the alleged victim decides that they don’t want to press charges. Doesn’t that mean that the case will just go away? While that seems logical on the surface, the answer in Nevada is no. Who Really Presses Charges Here’s what most people don’t realize: in a domestic violence […]

Understanding Blood Alcohol Levels for DUI: What You Need to Know

Introduction: Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense that can have significant legal and personal consequences. One of the key factors in DUI cases is blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Understanding how BAC is measured and its implications can help drivers make informed decisions and avoid potential legal trouble. What is Blood Alcohol Concentration […]