Prostitution is only legal in some parts of Nevada and it is definitely against the law in Clark County and Las Vegas. In fact, Clark County takes prostitution crimes very seriously. Prostitution is legal in some of the rural counties in Nevada but it is highly regulated. Most rural counties require that legal prostitution occur at licensed brothels, which is a legal brothel, which are monitored and scrutinized by local, rural governments.
Because Las Vegas has a reputation for sex and wild nightlife, many people come to Las Vegas with the misconception that prostitution is legal. In Clark County, including Las Vegas, prostitution is very much against the law. In fact, Clark County takes prostitution crimes very seriously and have serious prostitution laws and most people soliciting a sexual service for money in Las Vegas are prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
Any crime in this list is considered a Nevada sex crime:
The criminal penalty for a sex crime conviction depending on the type of sex crime for which you are convicted. Convictions for a sex offense can range from a gross misdemeanor with probation to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole for the most serious, repeated offenses, especially those against minors.
In most cases, Nevada sex crimes are charged as felonies and that can stay with you for the rest of your life. A conviction for a felony sex crime could result in you having to register as a sex offender. This can make the already difficult task of finding housing and a job for a person with a felony conviction even more difficult. In addition, it could result in you losing various employment opportunities such as those that require a license to work with children or vulnerable persons. You could also lose custody of your children and even unsupervised visitation with them if you are convicted of a sex crime.
The sex crime defense lawyers at The Rosenblum Allen Law Firm have dealt with various accusations of sexual assault, molestation and even rape. Because sex crimes often involve a he said/she said scenario it is important to have a lawyer on your side that will not rush to judgment and who will take the time to provide a thorough investigation of the allegations. If you or someone you know is facing allegations of a sex crime, call us today. We can help. (702) 433-2889.
Here is a reminder of some of our other helpful resources related to criminal defense in Nevada:
If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges, don’t forget to explore the wealth of information available on our website that could help your case:
– For a felony arrest, be sure to read our guides on Criminal Defense Attorneys, Felonies in Nevada, Attorneys Answer Your Questions About Miranda Rights, Firearms Defense Lawyers, Theft Defense Lawyers, Winning Felony Cases in Nevada, Drug Possession Defense Lawyer, and Marijuana Possession Questions? We’ve Got Answers.
– If your child has been arrested, our guides on Juvenile Defense Lawyers and Juvenile Charges: Expert Legal Advice are invaluable resources.
– For solicitation and prostitution charges, see our guide on Charged with Solicitation? We Can Help.
– If you received a traffic ticket, don’t miss our page on Nevada Traffic Tickets.
– For questions about outstanding warrants, read our Warrant Defense Attorneys guide.
– Unsure if you need a lawyer for a misdemeanor? See our guide Do You Need to Hire a Lawyer for Misdemeanor Charges?
– If you have an upcoming arraignment, our page on The Nevada Arraignment – Frequently Asked Questions answers common questions.
– To learn about sealing records in Nevada, read our Definitive Guide to Sealing Criminal Records in Nevada.
– For sex crime charges, see our team of Sex Crime Defense Attorneys.
– If you’ve been charged with shoplifting, our guide on Nevada Shoplifting Laws outlines what you need to know.
Don’t hesitate to explore our website or reach out if you need legal help!
The Rosenblum Allen Law Firm, serving Las Vegas, Henderson, Summerlin, North Las Vegas, Centennial Hills, Clark County, and Nye County, is the firm that individuals and businesses alike count on to handle their litigation.
