What is racketeering?
Most people associate racketeering with the Mafia, gang-related activities, or other forms of violent organized crime, or they refer to “RICO,” which we will describe in detail below. Laws have changed...
View ArticleWhat Is False Imprisonment?
The criminal justice system is complicated. Authorities and prosecutors often use legal jargon when talking to people arrested for or charged with a crime. However, it can be challenging to understand...
View ArticleWhat Questions Does a Judge Ask During a Preliminary Hearing?
The preliminary hearing is one of the criminal justice system’s safeguards against wrongful prosecution. Preliminary hearings require prosecutors to prove to the trial court’s satisfaction that the...
View ArticleNevada Squatter Rights Information
If you are moderately familiar with renting or buying real estate, you may have heard of squatters. Squatters are individuals who gain access to a vacant or unoccupied property and reside in an empty...
View ArticleParole vs. Probation
If you’re facing criminal charges in Nevada, the possibility of parole or probation can offer a lifeline. Maybe you’re already experiencing the benefits of these alternatives to prison, but you’re...
View ArticleDefinition of Treason
Few charges carry as much weight or gravity as treason. Despite its profound significance, actual cases of treason are exceptionally rare, especially in contemporary times. According to the Federal...
View ArticleStandard of Proof in a Criminal Case
Most of us have heard the terms “innocent until proven guilty” and “beyond a reasonable doubt” at some point. But when you’re facing criminal charges in Nevada, these legal terms take on a much more...
View ArticleViolation of a Protective Order
For people who have suffered domestic violence, protective orders play a pivotal role in safeguarding their rights and safety. These orders carry significant legal weight, signaling the need for...
View ArticleChild Support Laws in Nevada
When two parents separate or divorce in Nevada, state law requires both parents to continue in their legal duties to care for their children. Nevada requires non-custodial and joint-custody parents...
View ArticleProtecting Immigrant Rights in Post-Conviction Relief Motions
According to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), there are over 11 million undocumented immigrants living in the United States. These individuals face significant challenges in the legal system,...
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