Can a federal criminal defense lawyer help with getting released on “bail” in federal court? Most people don’t know that in the federal system, what people know as “bail” does not exist. Bail used to be as simple as a pre-trial payment made to a government authority by an accused person secure release from jail. …
What is the Statute of Limitations for Federal Criminal Charges?
After committing a crime, the accused will stand trial for the offense as charges will be brought against them. These charges often involve the state criminal justice system in Nevada, yet there are also crimes that fall under the federal criminal justice system. These crimes can vary from terrorism, arson, and even theft of artwork….
Federal Hacking Laws
The broad category of computer crime encompasses an array of allegations and potential criminal charges. However, one type of computer crime — hacking — seems to garner the most attention and headlines. Generally, hacking refers to accessing someone else’s computer system without proper authority or permission. Access can be gained in a number of ways,…
Nevada Grand Jury: Subpoenas and Indictments
When you hear about grand juries, it can be a bit intimidating. The term itself sounds serious, as you wonder how a grand jury may impact the results of a case. Understanding the difference between grand juries and trial juries, as well as what a grand jury is allowed to do that can influence what…
How to Respond to a Nevada Subpoena
You may receive a subpoena to compel testimony in a court proceeding or produce documents in support of the state’s or defendant’s case. This is often an alarming experience for people and the first instinct is to answer it immediately. However, a subpoena may not be issued properly or even request off-topic or inappropriate information….
Expunging a Federal Conviction
If you have been convicted of any criminal offense, you know how much it negatively affects your life even after you have completed serving your sentence. Whether it was time spent in prison, probation or completion of supervised release, there are many negative consequences. Applications for jobs, housing, consumer loans and others ask if you…
Interference in Interstate Commerce by Robbery: Understanding Your Charges
The charge of interference in interstate commerce by robbery is a serious one. If you are facing this type of criminal charge, it is essential that you work closely with a skilled, Las Vegas criminal defense attorney. What Is Interference in Interstate Commerce by Robbery? If you’ve been charged with interference with commerce, you are…