The criminal defense blog of Attorney Pat McDonald 702.280.7715
Sometimes it seems like traffic cops just want to take all the fun out of life. This poor lingerie model was driving her batmobile to her next glamorous photo shoot. Little did she know she was breaking the law. It wasn’t her custom crime fighting car or even her well ventilated and revealing attire. No she was [...]
Were the Sci-Fi movies from the 50′s right? Are robot cars going to drive us around in the future? Is that future today? Today on Las Vegas Best Defense we discuss Nevada’s First in the Nation Self-Driving Car legislation. How do self-driving cars work? How can you get a self-driving car? When will robot cars be on [...]
Clark County has a new District Attorney. Attorney Pat McDonald has worked with Steven B. Wolfson for many years. Learn more about the new DA today on Las Vegas Best Defense. We will also discuss the continuing issue of shootings by police officers in Las Vegas. 2011 was a record year with 12 fatal shootings by offices [...]
Did you see the TV show pilot featuring the Las Vegas Constable’s Office posted to YouTube? It has been described as a real life Reno 911. We will be discussing the impact of this internet video on the reputation of the Las Vegas Constable’s Office Friday on Las Vegas Best Defense. What is the Las Vegas [...]
Do you know the new Las Vegas laws that took effect January 1st? We will be discussing those new laws today on Las Vegas Best Defense. What are the fines for driving while talking on your cell phone? Does the law apply to GPS devices, iPads, and laptop computers? Are truck drivers banned from driving while [...]
What are the penalties for being arrested with marijuana? How serious is the charge of drug possession for the purpose of sale? Can acid reflux really affect the results of a DUI breathalyzer test? Can you be arrested for DUI while sleeping in a parked car? Las Vegas Best Defense Episode 7 answers questions from listeners. Questions from [...]
Today Las Vegas Best Defense is ripped from the headlines. We discuss the biggest criminal news in Las Vegas. Join criminal attorney Pat McDonald for answers to all your questions about the law in Las Vegas. Are marijuana dispensaries legal in Las Vegas? What are the penalties for possession of marijuana? Can you be arrested for DUI if [...]
What happens when you are arrested for a DUI in Las Vegas? Do you have to submit to a field sobriety test? Do you have to tell the officer if you have been drinking? Will you lose your Nevada drivers license for a DUI arrest? Can you be arrested for driving under the influence of prescription [...]
Criminal law and the road. Driving Under the Influence and Clark County DUI laws are the topics today. Join criminal attorney Pat McDonald on Las Vegas Best Defense for answers to all your questions about DUI in Nevada. How will an arrest for DUI affect your criminal record, drivers license, and insurance rates? Do you [...]
Can you really get a speeding ticket in Bunkerville? Should you cash tax refund checks for shady individuals? Will driving while playing Angry Birds get you a ticket? Real life questions and real life answers on the first episode of Las Vegas Best Defense with Pat McDonald. Highlights from the show include advice on what [...]
