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    Spartacus Criminal Defense Lawyers – Las Vegas

     400 S 7th St Suite 100
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
    United States

    Phone: 702-660-1234

    Attorney Chandon Spartacus Alexander is a Las Vegas attorney who is an active member of the National Trial Lawyers Association and has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Las Vegas Attorneys under 40. He is an active member of the American Health Law Association, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

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    Robert Zentz

     601 S 10th St Ste 100
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
    United States

    Phone: 702-602-9110

    I will provide all of our clients the highest level of service in all of our practice areas. I am especially passionate when it comes to working with and for military veterans and police officers. I represent clients in veteran disability compensation claims, military discharge upgrade applications, labor and employment matters, compensation matters and criminal cases.

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    Goodwin Law Group, PLLC

     3100 W Charleston BlvdLas Vegas, NV 89102
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89102
    United States

    Phone: (702) 472 9594

    Goodwin Law Group, PLLC exclusively handle criminal and DUI cases and limit our practice to criminal defense and DUI defense. At the Goodwin Law Group, we understand that a DUI or criminal charge in Las Vegas can be stressful, invasive, and traumatic. We’re here to help relieve that burden, and guide you through the criminal process.

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    The Law Offices of Michael I. Gowdey, Ltd.

     815 S Casino Center Blvd #6718
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
    United States

    Phone: (702) 471-0321

    Premier Nevada Criminal, Personal Injury, family law and general civil law attorney serving Southern Nevada and California for 30 years. Michael Gowdey has been named one of the top 100 trial lawyers in the country, as well as Top 10 Trial Lawyers in Nevada. YOU NEED THE BEST LAWYER YOU CAN GET. Mr. Gowdey has handled some of the most high profile cases in Nevada over the past 30 years. Website : https://gowdeylaw.com/

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    Yampolsky & Margolis Criminal Defense Las Vegas

     625 S 6th St Suite 200
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
    United States

    Phone: 7023859777

    At Yampolsky & Margolis Criminal Defense Las Vegas, we recognize how much is at stake when a client has been accused of a crime or the victim of a devastating accident. In these cases, turning to our firm to gain the support of a seasoned legal team with proven credentials can make a tremendous difference in the resolution of your case. We thoroughly understand civil and criminal defense law and the prosecution system in the State of Nevada. (702) 385-9777 625 S 6th St, Las Vegas, NV 891

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    The Defenders Criminal Defense Lawyers

     830 South 4th Street Suite 100
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
    United States

    Phone: 7023333333

    The Defenders are seasoned criminal defense attorneys who understand that each alleged crime has a unique set of circumstances surrounding it, and we are committed to thoroughly investigating each and every facet of the case to build the best defense possible. The Defenders Criminal Defense Lawyers 830 South 4th Street Suite 100 Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 333-3333 Criminal Justice Attorney

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    Douglas Crawford Law

     501 S 7th St
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
    United States

    Phone: (702) 383-0090

    Website: https://douglascrawfordlaw.com/ Douglas Crawford Law handles criminal law matters including drug crimes, sex crimes, DUI, violent crimes and Felonies in Las Vegas, Nevada and its surrounding cities such as North Las Vegas, Henderson, Summerlin and Southern Nevada. Mr. Crawford also handles family law cases, divorce, child custody cases, relocation of children cases, Adoptions, Termination of Parental Rights cases and personal injury matters.

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    The Rosenblum Allen Law Firm

     376 E Warm Springs Rd, Ste 140
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89119
    United States

    Phone: 702-433-2889

    Serving Southern Nevada in Las Vegas, Henderson, Summerlin, North Las Vegas, Centennial Hills, Clark County, and Nye County, The Rosenblum Allen Law firm individuals and businesses alike count on to handle their litigation needs. Practice areas are family law (divorce, custody, child support, alimony, annulment), criminal defense (misdemeanors, felonies, domestic violence defense, DUI, drug possession, assault and battery), personal injury litigation, estate planning, and immigration law.

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    K. Ryan Helmick

     830 S 4th St
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
    United States

    Phone: (702) 333-3333

    During his time as a lawyer he has been fortunate enough to have trained with the Trial Lawyers College, founded by famed trial lawyer Gerry Spence, on more than one occasion. He also spent his first year of practice mentoring under the legendary Las Vegas Criminal Defense lawyer, William “Bill” Terry. Learning from these two Hall of Fame lawyers gave Ryan the tools necessary to provide the best defense possible for his clients.

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    David Menocal

     830 S 4th St
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
    United States

    Phone: (702) 333-3333

    In 2008, David graduated cum laude from Furman University, a premier liberal arts school located in Greenville, South Carolina. At Furman, David received a bachelor’s degree in Spanish and Political Science with a concentration in Latin American Studies. It was at Furman where David developed a passion for his Cuban roots and interest in serving the Hispanic community. While at Furman, he clerked for the Steve Henry Law Office.

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    Las Vegas Defense Group

     2970 W Sahara Ave
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89102
    United States

    Phone: (702) 333-3673

    Shouse Law Group is a criminal defense law firm that includes former prosecutors and former police detectives. We defend citizens accused of crimes and DUI offenses throughout Nevada. We also work to educate the public on how to stay out of trouble and how to protect their Constitutional rights.

What does a Criminal Defense Attorney do?

So what does a criminal defense attorney actually do? Many people’s conceptions about the job of a defense attorney come from what they see in movies, TV and what they read in fiction-based novels.

How much of popular media’s depiction of criminal defense work is accurate? Well that all depends. Some media outlets do a good job of replicating some of the aspects of the profession, but what you often don’t see are the more “boring” or mundane aspects of the job. Do defense attorneys make brilliant speeches at the ends of trials during their closing arguments? Yes, some attorneys adopt a more bombastic style, but that’s a rarer occurrence than movies like to let on. The truth usually is that there is no closing statement because the case settles way before a trial comes close to occurring.

Criminal defense attorneys deal mostly with the prosecutor that will be trying a case. When a person is arrested by police, it is the area’s prosecutor that decides what charges will be filed against the criminal defendant, or whether that defendant will be charged at all in the first place.  Most cases begin with some form an investigation of an allegation against criminal defendant wherein the authorities speak to witnesses and gather evidence. There are multiple directions a case can go after this preliminary investigation. The authorities can decide they need more time and continue to search for evidence or they can seek an indictment.

The initial step in a criminal investigation is often the most crucial. Most cases are made and broken at this stage. It is imperative to have adequate representation from the beginning. That’s where a criminal defense attorney’s duties kick in. Usually, a criminal defendant won’t know that they are under investigation until they are spoken to by police or actually indicted unless there was an arrest made shortly after a crime was alleged.

At this initial stage, not much information other than basic allegations will be made available to the accused which is to say that the criminal defendant may not know how much evidence there is or what witnesses may be saying. This is not to say all criminal defendants need to worry about what a witness might say or that there would be any wrongdoing or guilt assumed, just that a criminal defendant needs to be in the position to understand what is happening as they are unlikely to be the subject of a criminal investigation for no reason.

At this initial stage and throughout the criminal justice process, a criminal defendant needs guidance to know what they should and should not do. Going back to an earlier concept, most people’s knowledge of the criminal justice system is based on what they see on TV. After all, most people are aware that they should not be very talkative at any stage of this process. You may ask yourself why that is?

The simple answer is that everything you say will be scrutinized and if you happen to slightly alter your account of events in any way it may look like you are being misleading or dishonest. It could totally not be the case, people misspeak all the time and say things they do not intend or really mean, so how are you supposed to know what should be said versus what should not be? That’s were having a good attorney comes into play. The attorney is likely to tell you not to talk about the situation and all and will help you fully understand what needs to be said and done if and when you need to speak about the matter.

When would l need a Criminal Defense Attorney?

You will almost definitely know when you need a criminal defense attorney. If you have been arrested or charged with a crime you need an attorney. If police would like to speak to you about some incident, you most likely should speak to an attorney before answering any questions they may have.

The requirement of a criminal defense attorney does not stop at simple crimes. Do you have a business that is heavily regulated by the local or national government such as waste management or chemicals? If you are in a position of authority and have run afoul of certain regulations you may need to seek out a criminal attorney. Do you own a bar or establishment that serves alcohol? Are you keeping up with licensing requirements? If you are not sure, you likely need to speak with an attorney

Even if you haven’t been accused or arrested, be vigilant and discuss borderline situations with an attorney as soon as you possibly can. Whether it be a legal services clinic, the public defender, help hotline or a private criminal defense attorney, feel free to reach out to a criminal defense attorney if the need arises.

Signs you need to speak to a Criminal Defense Attorney

  • You have been arrested
  • Police are requesting to speak with you about a criminal incident
  • You had a criminal record at an early age and what to see if the conviction record is eligible for expungement (record clearing).

How do you choose a Criminal Defense Attorney?

The first thing you need to do is understand the process and determine your means. Often people ask a very crucial question about the ability to pay large amounts for an attorney. People wonder if they need to do this in order to secure successful results. Does the money you spend matter?

This is a complicated matter and depends on many factors including the severity of the charges and your ability to pay. After all, every person’s budget is not the same and all attorneys do not charge the same amounts for their services. However, the stakes of criminal charges often warrant the expense. If you have a major felony allegation on your hands it would only make sense to find the most experienced criminal defense attorney you can find. On the other hand, if you’re dealing with a parking ticket, you may have more options available.

Determine Your Needs

As mentioned above you need to determine what the stakes are. Felony charges come with possibly significant jail time. Misdemeanor charges can also result in jail time , so keep that in mind.  Moreover, you will want to find a criminal defense attorney that has dealt with your type of situation before. You need to know what cases the attorney has taken and what the results they have obtained.

Research Online

Start researching a few local attorneys to see which ones have the most experience in criminal defense.  You should also takes steps to see what local criminal defense attorneys think about your selected attorney. Sites like martindale.com and avvo.com provide peer review resources as well as lawyer directories to help narrow your search.

Check the State Bar Association’s Website for any Disciplinary History

Every state bar association has a disciplinary board that keeps track of all disciplinary actions taken against an attorney in their jurisdiction. These disciplinary actions stem from unethical acts taken by attorney such as misappropriating client funds or unethical practices during their practice of law. While it’s true that there are some attorneys that run afoul of the rules, most do not. You should free to look up the names of any attorneys that you are considering consulting with to see if and what disciplinary actions have been taken against them.

Schedule an Appointment with a Criminal Defense Attorney

Finally, the easiest step, you need to make an appointment to speak with an attorney as soon as possible. If you have already been arrested you may need assistance in a search. You will get appointed a public defender in the meantime, which is not a problem. They will handle your case appropriately and can later be replaced by one of your choosing.

If you are free to search for an attorney or anticipate an imminent criminal issue, you need to conduct your search quickly. As was discussed earlier, the earlier you can have an attorney with you the better. The defense attorney will be able to explain the process and help you understand what can be a frightening and tense situation.