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  • What FOSTA & SESTA mean for Nevada Sex Workers FOSTA & SESTA Defined Before we can discuss the implication of the FOSTA and SESTA bills, we must first define them. FOSTA is the Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act, designed to prevent websites from facilitating online sex trafficking. It holds website owners accountable for acts of sex trafficking and prostitution that occur on interactive computer services they own. SESTA is the Stop Enabling Sex ...
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  • 5 Common Mistakes People Make When Accused of a Sex Crime Since the start of the #MeToo movement, sexual assault allegations have significantly increased within the past year. Unfortunately, mere accusations—even before criminal charges are filed—can cause immense damage to a person’s life and reputation. During an investigation, there are several mistakes people often make which can harm their case. The following are the most common mistakes people make ...
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  • Sexual Assault in the Media: Getting to the Truth Media Attention Toward Sexual Misconduct Allegations This week’s news featured developments in two high-profile sexual assault cases. On Wednesday, Christine Blasey Ford testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee regarding her allegations of sexual assault against Supreme Court nominee, Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh. On Tuesday, Bill Cosby was sentenced to 3 to 10 years in state prison for three ...
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  • 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 ...
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  • 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 ...
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  • 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 ...
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  • What Is Solicitation? In Nevada, solicitation specifically refers to the suggestion or offer of prostitution to another person. However, the details regarding committing this crime are somewhat confusing, which is why we have created a list of details you should know about solicitation. Types of Solicitation Solicitation charges are often difficult to defend, as someone can consider a simple suggestive comment to be an ...
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  • What to Do When Falsely Accused of Sexual Assault A false accusation of sexual assault —or any sex crime —can be devastating. Even mere allegations may result in irreparable damage to your personal and professional reputation—despite not being proven guilty of the crime itself. If you have been falsely accused of sexual assault, you need to start protecting yourself and planning for your defense as soon as you suspect you are under investigation. ...
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  • Nevada Date Rape: What It Is, the Law, and the Consequences “Date rape” refers to non-consensual sexual intercourse between two parties who were seeing each other in a social manner—such as being significant others, friends or acquaintances. Additionally, a person who is unconscious—whether due to consumption and influence of alcohol or controlled substances—when he or she lacks the conscious awareness possessed in the normal waking state. In Nevada, this ...
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  • Nevada Sex Crimes: Sexual Conduct Between Teachers and Students Nevada lawmakers have passed laws in recent years that classify sexual conduct between teachers and students as a separate offense from statutory rape. The aim of these laws is to further protect students from becoming the victim of a sex crime. Teachers can be prosecuted for these acts, even if the sexual acts are consensual. These accusations can be career ending for a teacher, and they may be ...
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  • What Is the Age of Consent in Nevada? Sexual conduct and minors can be a delicate area of the law, and for good reason. The age of consent determines how old an individual must be to be considered legally able to agree to sexual activity. In some states, there is one age of consent for all situations. In other states, like Nevada, the age of consent is determined by the situation and ages of the participants. Learn more about the age ...
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