Henderson Criminal Defense Lawyers

If you or your loved one is facing criminal charges, contacting the experienced Henderson criminal defense attorneys at Adras & Altig should be your first priority. Our defense attorneys understand the tactics that police commonly use to build a case when a lawyer is not present during questioning. You should never talk to the police without a defense attorney at your side to protect your rights.

If you have been charged with a crime, you need the guidance of a reputable Henderson criminal defense lawyer. Attorneys Paul Adras and Steven Altig handle all of the firm’s cases and work together as a legal defense team. You will work directly with the partner attorneys. The attorneys have more than three decades of combined experience fighting for the rights of people charged with crimes in Henderson and throughout Clark County. They are committed to the principle that no individual’s life should be wrecked by a one-time mistake. The team at Adras & Altig moves quickly to investigate the facts of each case and identify the most effective defense strategy to resolve charges with the least disruption to our client’s life.

At Adras & Altig, we believe that every person facing criminal charges in Clark County deserves effective legal representation from a trusted attorney. With us, it’s less about ego and more about getting positive results. We represent local Clark County residents as well as visitors to the area who are facing criminal felony or misdemeanor charges.

About Henderson, Nevada

The City of Henderson is the second largest city in Nevada and is located 16 miles southeast of Las Vegas. Henderson has casinos that cater to local residents as well as some out-of-town visitors.

People in Henderson are sometimes wrongly charged with criminal offenses and need the assistance of a skilled criminal defense lawyer to fight the charges and clear their record.

If you are arrested and charged with a traffic offense or a criminal misdemeanor such as a first-time DUI charge or domestic battery in the City of Henderson, the case will be heard by Henderson Municipal Court.

The Henderson Justice Court hears criminal matters involving gross misdemeanors or felony charges from the initial appearance through the preliminary hearing.

The Eighth Judicial District Court of Clark County is part of the judicial branch of state government and functions as the trial court of general jurisdiction, handling more than 90,000 criminal and civil cases each year.

The address of the courts is:

Henderson Municipal Court
City of Henderson Justice Facility
243 Water Street, 3rd Floor
Henderson, NV 89015

Henderson Justice Court
City of Henderson Justice Facility
243 Water Street
Henderson, NV 89015

Eighth Judicial District Court
Regional Justice Center
200 Lewis Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89155

Our Criminal Defense Law Firm

The Henderson defense lawyers at Adras & Altig are reputable defense attorneys who have a detailed knowledge of the Nevada criminal code and court procedure. Their focus is on getting the best outcome possible for clients.

The attorneys at Adras & Altig understand that every criminal matter has two or more sides. In many cases, prosecutors have only seen the police account of what occurred. Our defense attorneys will dig into the details of your case and make sure your version of events is presented. Our attorneys know how to pinpoint the weaknesses in a prosecutor’s case. We can use that knowledge in some cases to negotiate a reduction or dismissal of charges.

Types of Charges Our Henderson, NV Defense Attorneys Handle

Our attorneys represent clients facing numerous types of criminal charges. Among the most common types of charges we handle are:

DUI — Nevada has tough laws regarding driving under the influence, so being charged with DUI is a serious matter. Prosecutors will seek to impose the maximum penalty possible. You should not try to respond to DUI charges without legal representation. You will need the help of a serious Henderson DUI defense attorney. Under the state’s implied consent law, you will be asked to take a blood, breath or urine test if a police officer suspects you of driving under the influence. If chemical tests show an alcohol concentration of .08 percent or more or any detectable amount of a controlled substance, your driver’s license may be revoked for 90 days, without a trial or a guilty plea. You have only a short amount of time to request an administrative hearing through the Department of Motor Vehicles to halt the automatic suspension of your driver’s license.

You may be charged with DUI in Henderson, even if your blood alcohol concentration is less than 0.08 percent legal limit, if you show signs of being under the influence. A first or second DUI conviction is a misdemeanor under Nevada law. However, even as a first-time offender, you may face stiff penalties, including jail time, community service, vehicle impoundment and alcohol education classes if you are convicted on DUI charges. Our experienced Henderson DUI lawyers can provide a strong defense against the charges and may be able to have the charges reduced or dismissed, depending on the facts of the case.

Drug Crimes — If you have been arrested in Henderson and charged with a drug crime, you should respond by immediately contacting a reputable and respected Henderson criminal defense lawyer to discuss the matter. There are a number of illegal control substances that are used as recreational drugs or club drugs including heroin, LSD, Ecstasy, cocaine, peyote, GHB, methamphetamine, and methadone. Regardless of the facts surrounding your arrest, you should never try to handle a charge of drug possession, selling or transporting drugs, or other drug crimes on your own. You should remain silent until you have talked to a lawyer. You want to avoid a drug crimes conviction, if possible, because it can carry stiff fines, prison time, and affect your ability to get employment.

Nevada has legalized the recreational use of marijuana, but many people have been charged with drug crimes because they didn’t understand the law. Adults 21 and older may have up to an ounce of marijuana or 3.5 grams of marijuana concentrate for recreational use in a private residence in Nevada. But the possession or use of marijuana on public property such as at a Henderson park or in a casino or resort hotel is a criminal misdemeanor that carries a $600 fine if convicted. If you are facing misdemeanor or felony drug charges in Henderson or elsewhere in Clark County, you should seek the guidance of a qualified Henderson drug crimes defense attorney as soon as possible.

Domestic Battery — A charge of domestic battery involves the use of unlawful physical force on a family member, spouse or former spouse, dating partner, or roommate. Domestic battery charges often arise from ordinary domestic disputes that get heated and turn physical. Disputes often start as an argument and then escalate into physical acts including hitting, slapping, shoving, biting, throwing objects at, or choking a spouse or family member.

An individual who reported domestic abuse may have a change of heart and want to drop the matter. But it is important to understand that in Nevada, only a prosecutor can have a domestic battery charge dismissed. Our attorneys at Adras & Altig are respected defense attorneys and have established working relationships with prosecutors.

In addition to the above charges, our Henderson criminal law attorneys handle a wide range of cases including those involving violent crimes, juveniles and sex crimes. Our attorneys also assist with having criminal records sealed. It may be possible to have your criminal records sealed in Nevada after a certain number of years if you have kept a clean record since your arrest or conviction. The length of time required varies depending on the nature of the criminal conviction. Once your criminal record has been sealed, you can legally say that you have not been convicted.

Contact a Henderson, NV Criminal Defense Lawyer

The attorneys at Adras & Altig are hardnosed criminal defense attorneys, serving Henderson, Las Vegas and all of Clark County. We treat our clients with respect and common courtesy and provide attentive client service. We take seriously the legal concept that each individual is innocent until proven otherwise. We offer aggressive advocacy to protect each individual’s rights and liberty. We seek to develop an effective defense strategy tailored to the facts of your case to achieve the best possible outcome for you.

Our attorneys have years of experience representing clients and can help you navigate the criminal justice system in Henderson as well as the Clark County District Court in in Las Vegas. Contact us now for a free evaluation of your case.