by Douglas Crawford | Dec 5, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Robbery Charges in Nevada What is Robbery If you live anywhere in southern Nevada—Henderson, Las Vegas, Mesquite, Searchlight, or Boulder City—and have taken part in or been charged with the crime of Robbery, you need the best legal representation you can get to help...
by Douglas Crawford | Dec 5, 2016 | Criminal Defense
How Does Use of a Deadly Weapon in a Crime Affect Punishment? Using a firearm or other potentially deadly weapon in the commission of a crime brings with it additional penalties. The Nevada Revised Statutes are clear on this matter: NRS 193.165 Additional penalty:...
by Douglas Crawford | Dec 5, 2016 | Criminal Defense
School Crimes in Las Vegas School Crimes in Las Vegas The short answer to this question is yes. There are minimum punishments for gross misdemeanors committed on the property of a school, at an activity sponsored by a school, or on a school bus: NRS 193.1605 Minimum...
by Douglas Crawford | Dec 5, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Felony in Nevada What is a Felony The Nevada Revised Statutes make detailed categories of felonies. Depending upon the crime, the punishment can go from moderate to severe: NRS 193.130 Categories and punishment of felonies. 1. Except when a person is convicted of a...
by Douglas Crawford | Dec 5, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Crime in Nevada While it may seem obvious from television and media, the definition of a crime is not always as simple as you might think. There are levels to crimes, and the Nevada Revised Statutes offer detailed definitions of what constitutes a specific criminal...
by Douglas Crawford | Dec 5, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Difference Between a Misdemeanor and a Gross Misdemeanor? The Nevada Revised Statutes make clear distinctions in the punishments to be given if you are convicted of a crime. Depending upon the nature of the crime, you may be sentenced for a misdemeanor or gross...
by Douglas Crawford | Dec 5, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Who Can Be Charged with a Crime? The Nevada Revised Statutes are very clear on who can be charged with a crime: NRS 195.010 Classifications of parties to crimes. Parties to crimes are classified as: 1. Principals; and 2. Accessories. A principal is every person...
by Douglas Crawford | Dec 5, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Obstructing a Police Officer in Nevada Strange as it may seem, Obstructing a Police Officer is a very common occurrence. The Nevada Revised Statutes are very clear on this issue: NRS 197.190 Obstructing public officer. Every person who, after due notice, shall refuse...
by Douglas Crawford | Dec 5, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Conspiracy in Las Vegas A common occurrence in life and not just television, conspiracy is a serious crime, clearly defined by the Nevada Revised Statutes: NRS 199.480 Penalties. 1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, whenever two or more persons conspire to...
by Douglas Crawford | Dec 5, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Punishment for Attempting to Commit a Crime in Nevada Even attempt to commit a crime can bring jail time. The Nevada Revised Statutes state this principle clearly: NRS 193.330 Punishment for attempts. 1. An act done with the intent to commit a crime, and tending but...
