DUI charges and The Jacks Law Group's dedication to education

Attended "Watkins Way" on October 5, 2012 which was a seminar about Driving Under the Influence in the State of Nevada.  The half-day education covered:

fundamentals; 

actual physical control; 

4th, 5th, and 6th amendments of the constitution; 

ex post facto; roadside exercises (field sobriety tests); 

implied consent; 

breath testing; 

retrograde extrapolation; 

ethics; 

double jeopardy; 

proximate cause; 

priors; appeals; and 

DMV.

The Jacks Law Group takes legal education seriously in order  to  have the most up to date information, criminal laws, criminal legal theories, and arguments relevant to defending against DUI charges in Clark County, Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Boulder City, and Henderson in justice court, municipal court, and district courts.  If you have been charged and arrested with a DUI in Clark County, contact us.  Talk to no one but your defense attorney following your arrest.  Exercise your right to remain silent.

New Las Vegas family court rules coming in 2013.

David Jacks Attended the October 4, 2012 Family Law Bench Bar Meeting:  

Moderators:  Judge Pomrenze and Corinne Price.  

Honored Guest Justice Mark Gibbons. 

Discussion Topic:  Amendment to NRCP 16.2 -Overview of Significant Changes | ADKT No. 476 and NRCP 16.205 | Revised Financial Disclosure Form, Opt-in form and Marital Balance Sheet.

The Jacks Law Group strives to be on top of the changes in family law to ensure clients get competent representation.  If you want to know how current your attorney is on family law, ask if they know about the pending rule changes to NRCP 16.2 which will take effect January 2013.

Have a Child Custody Decision to make in Las Vegas?

Parents often consider some kind of joint custody. But, determining the type of joint custody is unique to every case. The child's current home, accessibility to family and friends, school, and appropriateness of a living situation are all important factors. Child visitation involves similar consideration of the child's schedule, location, and supervision. We are able to effectively advocate for your rights within the law while keeping your child's best interests in mind.

When children are involved, the stakes go up in any divorce or separation situation. It is imperative that you protect your children and your parental rights during this time. Nevada child custody laws are very specific about protecting the welfare of children. The Nevada divorce and family law attorney at The Jacks Law Group we will help you decide what your best legal options are regarding your children will be after your divorce is settled.

Beware of Las Vegas attorneys like "Tony the Tiger"

Las Vegan Anthony “Tony the Tiger” Lopez has, as of July 17, 2012, transferred to “Disability inactive status” with the State Bar of Nevada, which means he is no longer licensed to practice law in the State of Nevada. Therefore, Anthony Lopez cannot practice law in Nevada.  The Tiger is resting.

Anthony Lopez had billboards and radio ads focused on the Hispanic population, which he misled.  He had one billboard, for example, prominently displayed on Nellis Blvd. near Stewart, on the East Side of the Las Vegas Valley.  He called himself "Tony the Tiger" like the mascot for a cereal company.

Anthony "Tony the Tiger" Lopez Jr. was previously reprimanded for running a radio ad that "grossly misstated the law."  The Nevada Supreme Court reprimanded Anthony Lopez for a 10-second Spanish-language radio ad that said, "If you have had an auto accident, by law you have the right to receive at least $15,000 for your case.” The Las Vegas Review-Journal and the Associated Press reported on the story.

When attorneys engage in this kind of inappropriate advertising, they are hurting the legal profession in at least two ways.  The first, is that they are unfairly gaining clients that other attorneys could be getting by lying to the clients.  The second, once the clients learn they are being ripped off, they no longer trust lawyers.

When you are thinking about hiring an attorney, it is very important for you to hire the right attorney for you and your case.  This is why The Jacks Law Group encourages you to consult with several lawyers, including us, prior to hiring an attorney.  Some lawyers have no fear in misleading their own clients, which is unethical.  We believe that our clients deserve the truth, even if they do not want to hear it.  Remember the old saying, “If it sounds too good to be true, it is probably not true.”  The misleading ads of Anthony Lopez are an example of the “too good to be true” rule.

Beware of businesses that say they can help you with a traffic ticket

BEWARE! There are people claiming to be lawyers in Las Vegas promising to fix traffic tickets. If you meet someone who makes this claim but are not sure whether they are really an attorney, you should contact the State Bar of Nevada and ask.

If you hire a fake lawyer, not only do you lose the money you gave them, but you could end up with a warrant for your arrest, larger fines, jail time, and points on your driving record because the false attorney did not do a thing for you through the courts. Do not fall victim. If someone is scamming you, get their information and call the Nevada Bar and the police immediately

Give the State Bar the name of the attorney and ask them if he or she is licensed in Nevada. Only then should you feel comfortable hiring the person. You may also call The Jacks Law Group, PLLC and we will check to see whether someone is really an attorney for you.

Remember, for misdemeanor crimes, you will not get a court appointed public defender.  If you want a criminal defense attorney to represent your interests, you will have to hire one in private practice. 

Las Vegas or Henderson Criminal Defense

The best criminal defense requires an understanding of many issues related to to the criminal case, including the following ten:

1.     A thorough understanding of all of the facts in the case

2.     A thorough understanding of the substance of the crime charged, both as to the letter of the law as well as the spirit behind the law

3.     A thorough understanding of the procedural defenses

4.     A thorough understanding of the substantive and affirmative defenses available in Las Vegas or Henderson

5.     A cooperative and communicative client who has not incriminated himself or herself through statements to others

6.     Insight into the Las Vegas or Henderson judge's views on the type of crime

7.     Insight into the Las Vegas or Henderson judge's potential sentences upon conviction

8.     Insight into the abilities of the particular Las Vegas or Henderson prosecutor prosecuting the criminal charge

9.     Criminal procedural at every stage, from prearrest collection of evidence, post arrest treatment of suspects, to legal maneuvering in court and sentencing guidelines

10. Enough money to mount the case required to improve the chances of a dismissal or acquittal.

REQUIRED DISCLAIMER

The information about Las Vegas or Henderson criminal charges contained on this page is not intended to be legal advice about criminal law.  A Las Vegas or Henderson defense lawyer should always evaluate your criminal law matter as soon as possible.  You should treat your criminal charge with the seriousness it requires.  Moreover, the information contained in this blog is not intended to guarantee any result.  Each case is unique and will require special attention by a criminal defense attorney.

Remember, for misdemeanor crimes, you will not get a court appointed public defender.  If you want a criminal defense attorney to represent your interests, you will have to hire one in private practice. 

When you say, I need a criminal defense lawyer in Las Vegas or Henderson, call us.