Criminal Laws in Reno
In a criminal case, an experienced and skilled criminal defense attorney means the difference between a prison sentence and dismissed charges. Oakes & Oakes offers an extensive array of legal services to criminal defense clients in the Reno and Washoe County areas.
We focus exclusively on criminal laws in Reno and provide clients with a combined legal experience of nearly 40 years. From the most complex murder case to traffic violations, we provide valuable legal advice to clients in an often confusing and intimidating legal system.
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Reno attorneys handle all types of criminal defense
Our vast experience in the Nevada legal system enables us to provide excellent legal representation. We have effectively represented clients in federal, state, tribal, and municipal courts. We routinely handle drug crimes, traffic violations, and DUI in Reno.
Drug violation in Reno
Nevada drug laws have some of the harshest penalties for drug offenders in the country. For example, Reno drug crime laws mandate minimum sentencing for marijuana possession. Depending on the amount, you can be charged with a misdemeanor or felony. Oakes & Oakes experience in handling Reno drug violation cases enables us to provide an effective defense.
DUI in Reno
DUI charges are serious, and even with first offenders, carry severe penalties. If convicted of a DUI in Reno you can face fines, jail time, license loss, community service, and DUI education and treatment program participation. Recent changes in DUI law require a suspect to be held until reaching a .04 blood alcohol content (BAC) level or a 12 hour minimum if under the influence of controlled substances. An experienced attorney who knows the drunk driving laws in Reno can offer a variety of possible defenses in your DUI case.
Traffic violations in Reno
Many people do not realize that traffic violations in Reno may carry harsh penalties. Recent changes in traffic law mandate that a person with two or more moving violation convictions within one year can be arrested. Oakes & Oakes is experienced in handling Reno traffic violations and can advise you on viable defenses in your case.
Contact a criminal defense attorney in Reno
Whether your criminal case is a felony or misdemeanor, Oakes & Oakes can help. We handle all types of criminal cases and defend your rights whether in court or in a plea bargain. Contact us today to arrange a consultation.