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Reno Criminal Defense Lawyers

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Criminal Defense Practice Areas in Reno and Washoe County

Attorney Chandon Alexander represents people charged with misdemeanors and felonies in Reno Justice Court, Sparks Justice Court, and the Second Judicial District Court. He also defends nurses, pharmacists, and physicians facing complaints before their Nevada licensing boards. Choose a practice area below to learn how Nevada law treats the charge, what penalties are possible, and how we approach the defense.

DUI Defense

First, second, and felony DUI charges under NRS 484C, plus the 7-day DMV hearing that decides what happens to your license.

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Domestic Violence

Domestic battery charges, protection orders, and the mandatory 12-hour hold that follows a domestic violence arrest in Washoe County.

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Drug Crimes

Possession, possession with intent to sell, and trafficking charges, including challenges to the search that found the evidence.

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Sex Crimes

Confidential defense against sex offense allegations, which can carry prison time and sex offender registration.

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Violent Crimes

Assault with a deadly weapon, robbery, battery causing substantial bodily harm, and homicide charges in state and federal court.

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Assault & Battery

Misdemeanor and felony assault and battery charges, including cases where self-defense is the central question.

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Theft & Larceny

Petit larceny, grand larceny, shoplifting, and related theft charges, where the value of the property often sets the penalty.

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Fraud Defense

Credit card fraud, identity theft, embezzlement, and other white-collar charges that can threaten your career and reputation.

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Professional License Defense

Representation before the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners, the Nevada State Board of Nursing, and the Nevada State Board of Pharmacy.

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Professional License Defense

A criminal charge or a complaint to a licensing board can put a healthcare career at risk. We represent licensed professionals in board investigations and disciplinary hearings:

Not Sure Which Charge Applies?

Many arrests involve more than one charge, and some state investigations turn into federal cases. Call (775) 860-1234 or reach us through our contact page for a free, confidential consultation, and Attorney Alexander will walk through the charges with you.