Turco & Draskovich Law Blog

Is Prostitution Legal in Las Vegas and in the Entire State of Nevada? Although prostitution is illegal in most parts of the United States, the rules are different in the state of Nevada. In fact, prostitution is legal when it occurs in a brothel. However, despite the legality of prostitution in the Silver State, there are many circumstances in which prostitution is considered unlawful. It is critical to understand the rules for brothels and the circumstances in ...

What Happens If I Fail to Register as a Sex Offender? Within 48 hours of being released from custody or crossing state lines into Nevada, you are required to register with your local law enforcement agency. Once you register, you are legally obligated to notify police when you change your address and to complete an annual verification form and submit it to the Criminal History Repository. Additionally, registered sex offenders are required to appear ...

Do I Have to Register as a Sex Offender Forever in NV? If a person has been convicted of a sex crime in Las Vegas, one of the penalties include registration in the Nevada Sex Offender Registry. One of the most common questions we receive is, “Do I have to register as a sex offender for the rest of my life?” The answer: It depends. All convicted sex offenders in Nevada are rated on a risk assessment scale. Tier I offenders are considered to pose the ...

National Safety Month It’s once again June, and that means it’s National Safety Month! The National Safety Council established National Safety Month to educate the nation on the best safety practices to avoid injuries at home, work and on the road. In recognition of their efforts, we decided to dedicate this blog post to reviewing the topics they want to raise awareness about. After all, injuries are one of the leading ...