Las Vegas Trespassing Attorney

Nevada Trespassing Laws

According to Nevada's Revised Statutes (NRS) 207.200, trespassing is defined as entering a premise with the intent to commit a crime, disrupt the property's occupants, or willingly entering a property that is forbidden (being expressly told by an occupant or displaying a do not enter sign).

Additionally, NRS 207.203, states that solicitation of prostitution in a casino or entering a casino after being convicted of solicitation of prostitution is a trespassing offense. For suspected prostitutes, trespassing is common in Las Vegas casinos where proof of other crimes can’t be obtained.

It is not uncommon for a Nevada casino to recognize and select suspected prostitutes to be removed from the premises. How long one is banished from the casino depends upon the casino's policy. At some casinos, you may be allowed to return the following day, whereas at others you may be banished permanently. If a casino bans a suspected prostitute and he or she returns at a later date, the individual may be arrested for trespassing for returning back to a property that banned them.

Trespassing Penalties in Nevada

Under Nevada state law, trespassing is a misdemeanor offense and is considered a minor and non-violent crime. It rarely involves jail time; however, if you have a criminal record and are a repeat offender, a Nevada judge may impose a jail sentence of up to 6 months and up to a $1,000 fine.

Fortunately, there is room to maneuver with a trespassing charge. If the prosecution's case is particularly weak, you may be able to get the charges dismissed altogether and avoid a criminal conviction. Whereas, if you are being charged with prostitution, an attorney may be able to get your prostitution charges plead down to trespassing instead. If you were originally charged with prostitution, it may be in your favor to get your charges reduced to trespassing.

Speak a Las Vegas Trespassing Lawyer Today!

The Brown Law Offices is a small firm that gets big firm results. We focus primarily on state and federal criminal defense charges. If you are facing charges for prostitution, or trespassing in connection with alleged prostitution, we are here to help. As a former Chief Deputy District Attorney for Clark County who worked as a prosecuting attorney for more than 14 years, attorney Phil Brown has a unique advantage in each of his criminal cases. He will use his intimate knowledge of how the prosecution operates to your greatest advantage. He has handled numerous high-profile cases and conducted countless preliminary hearings and jury and bench trials. You can be confident that he will use his expertise to protect your best interests and seek out reduced or dismissed charges on your behalf. To seek immediate legal support, contact the firm to schedule your initial confidential consultation.