Misdemeanor & Felony Defense in Las Vegas

Las Vegas Criminal Defense Lawyer

When a person faces allegations of a criminal offense in Las Vegas, Nevada, he or she will face misdemeanor or felony charges. A crime is classified as either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the severity of the offense and potential penalties that may be implemented upon a conviction. The classification of your criminal charges is an important aspect of your criminal case and one that I will touch on briefly on this page. If you'd like to learn more about your particular case and how a criminal attorney can assist you, I welcome you to call my offices.

Misdemeanor vs. Felony Charges

A misdemeanor is a lesser offense than a felony. It is a crime punishable by up to one year in county jail and/or a fine of up to $1,000. Simple assault, a first-time DUI, minor  drug possession and petty  theft are examples of crimes that may be charged as misdemeanors in Las Vegas. Some of these crimes, however, may be charged as felonies in certain situations, such as if the defendant possessed a weapon at the time of the offense or has a prior conviction on his or her criminal record.

A felony is a crime that may be punishable by imprisonment in a state correctional facility (state prison) as well as fines. Depending on the offense, imprisonment may range from one year all the way to life in prison or possibly the death penalty in some extreme cases. Armed robbery, manslaughter, murder and drug trafficking are examples of potential felony offenses.

Whether convicted of a misdemeanor or a felony, it may be difficult to deal with the burden of living with a criminal record. A defendant may experience limited educational, employment, financial and housing opportunities - all in addition to the initial penalties that were enforced upon the conviction of the offense. That is why I am determined, as a Las Vegas criminal defense lawyer, to assist my clients in avoiding criminal convictions for their misdemeanor and felony charges. With my experience in this field and a background as a prosecuting attorney, I have the know-how and resources to competently handle your case.

Contact us today to see how we can address your felony or misdemeanor charges in the Las Vegas area.