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When a defendant becomes involved with the criminal justice system, there are many steps leading up to his arrest, trial, and an eventual verdict. At every step of the way, the process of investigating and making a case must be done fairly, and without bias or malice on the part of police or prosecutors. If a defendant’s rights are violated and a defendant’s due process rights are not respected, a defendant should not be convicted or deprived of life, liberty, or property.
Within each state, there are rules of criminal procedure applicable at every stage of a defendant’s involvement with the criminal justice system. In Nevada, Chapter 171 of Title 14 addresses the rules and requirements for proceeding to commitment.
A defendant under investigation should know the limitations and guidelines set forth within this provision of the Nevada Revised Statutes, but the rules can be complicated. A Las Vegas criminal defense lawyer at LV Criminal Defense can provide invaluable assistance. Our legal team has extensive experience representing defendants accused of felony and misdemeanor offenses in Nevada and we can advocate for you and protect you to ensure that your rights are respected.
Chapter 171 of the Nevada Revised Statutes establishes requirements and rules for:
These are just a few of the many different issues that are addressed within Chapter 171 of the Nevada Revised Statutes. Many defendants are unaware of the sheer number of rules and regulations that apply to every interaction with police and with court officials. Knowing your rights is the key to enforcing them- which is why it is so important for you to have an experienced attorney representing your interests.
At LV Criminal Defense, our legal team has dedicated our careers to providing representation to defendants who are navigating the criminal justice system. When police arrest or investigate you, you are thrust into an unfamiliar world with rules you don’t know and with regulations that could shape your future. You deserve to have a knowledgeable advocate who understands all of the Nevada rules of criminal procedure, especially those rules that are designed to protect you when you are under investigation or prosecutors are trying to make a case against you.
Nick Wooldridge has a long track record of representing clients accused of serious federal and state crimes in Nevada.
Give us a call as soon as you become involved in a criminal case so we can use our legal knowledge to ensure that prosecutors and police follow the procedural rules designed to ensure fairness and protect your rights. If your rights are violated, you could have evidence suppressed, a case dismissed, and even file a lawsuit for civil rights violations- so don’t hesitate to get in touch with an attorney rather than trying to face prosecution on your own.
The criminal process in Nevada involves many “characters” and personalities, as well as written rules and unwritten procedures. A conviction can result in a loss of freedom due to jail time and loss of rights to custody of children, immigration status, to carry a weapon, to vote, or the right to work in certain industries. For sex crimes, you may be required to register as a sex offender which can be devastating to your future.
Due to the complexity of the system and the potential loss of significant rights, your best bet is to retain LV Criminal Defense – a group of highly qualified and experienced criminal defense lawyers who can defend you if you have been arrested.
When I initially met with Mr. Wooldridge, he took the opportunity to sit and go over my problem with me. He described details in my case which he found disturbing and explained why he I should have him on my side.
Proceeding to Commitment