Las Vegas Criminal Defense Lawyer

Arrested or charged with a crime in Las Vegas? Liberators Criminal Defense handles every stage of your case — from the first court appearance through trial or resolution. Flat-fee pricing, payment plans, and same-day case reviews.

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Your case is not just in Nevada — it is in Las Vegas

Knowing the law is the baseline. Knowing the court is the advantage.

Las Vegas criminal cases are processed through specific courts with specific judges, prosecutors, and institutional tendencies. A DUI arrest on the Strip goes through Las Vegas Justice Court. A felony drug case ends up in the Eighth Judicial District Court. Each court has its own calendar, its own plea policies, and its own unwritten rules about how cases move.

Attorney Michael Mee practices in these courts every week. He knows which prosecutors are willing to negotiate early. He knows which judges allow more time for mitigation evidence at sentencing. He knows how the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department writes its reports and where officers routinely cut corners on probable cause, Miranda warnings, and search-and-seizure procedures.

This is not theory. It is the difference between a lawyer who has read the statute and a lawyer who has stood in the courtroom where your case will be decided.

Criminal charges we defend in Las Vegas

Misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, felonies, and federal charges. Tap any charge for the full guide.

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Flat-fee pricing — no hourly billing

You know the total cost before you hire us. No surprises.

Most criminal defense firms in Las Vegas bill by the hour. That means you are paying every time your lawyer reads an email, makes a phone call, or drives to the courthouse. You never know what the final bill will look like, and every conversation with your own attorney costs money.

Liberators Criminal Defense uses flat fees. We quote a total price at the start. That fee covers the entire case — every court appearance, every motion, every negotiation, and trial if it comes to that. Most cases require $1,000 down to get started. We offer payment plans on every case.

This is how it should work. You should not have to worry about whether calling your lawyer is going to cost you another $300.

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Courts where we defend Las Vegas criminal cases

Every court in the Las Vegas metro area. We appear in these courtrooms regularly.

Las Vegas Justice Court

200 Lewis Avenue, Las Vegas. Handles all misdemeanor cases and preliminary hearings for felony cases originating in the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department's jurisdiction. This is where most criminal cases in Las Vegas begin.

Eighth Judicial District Court

200 Lewis Avenue, Las Vegas. The state felony trial court for Clark County. After a felony case passes the preliminary hearing in justice court, it moves here for arraignment, motions, plea negotiations, trial, and sentencing. Also handles appeals from justice court and municipal court.

Henderson Municipal Court

243 S. Water Street, Henderson. Handles misdemeanors committed within Henderson city limits. Henderson PD cases start here. If you were arrested by Henderson police for a misdemeanor, this is your court.

North Las Vegas Justice Court

2428 N. Martin Luther King Blvd, North Las Vegas. Handles misdemeanor and preliminary felony cases originating in North Las Vegas. Different judges, different prosecutors, different calendar from Las Vegas Justice Court.

What to do if you were just arrested in Las Vegas

The first 24 to 48 hours matter more than most people realize.

Stay silent

You have the right to remain silent. Use it. Do not explain, justify, or apologize to the police. Do not agree to speak without a lawyer present. Anything you say is evidence. Politely decline to answer questions beyond your name and identifying information.

Do not consent to searches

If police ask to search your phone, your car, your home, or your person beyond a pat-down — say no. They may search anyway, but your refusal preserves your right to challenge the search later. Consent waives your Fourth Amendment protections.

Contact a criminal defense lawyer immediately

You have the right to a phone call. Use it to contact a lawyer or a family member who can contact one. The sooner a defense attorney is involved, the more options are available — especially for bail, evidence preservation, and early case investigation.

Do not discuss your case in jail

All phone calls from the Clark County Detention Center are recorded except attorney-client calls. Do not discuss the facts of your case on the phone. Do not discuss your case with other inmates. Anything said inside the facility can become evidence.

Write down everything you remember

As soon as you can, write down every detail of the arrest — the time, location, what officers said, what you said, whether they read you Miranda warnings, how they conducted any search, and the names or badge numbers of the officers involved. Memory fades fast. This information is critical for your defense.

Appear at every court date

Missing a court date in Las Vegas results in a bench warrant for your arrest. It also makes your case significantly harder to resolve favorably. If you are out on bail and miss a court appearance, the court will revoke your bail and issue a warrant. Show up. Every time.

Attorney Michael Mee — Nevada Bar No. 13726

Your case is handled by a lawyer, not a paralegal and not a case manager.

Michael Mee is a criminal defense attorney licensed in Nevada. He founded Liberators Criminal Defense to do one thing: defend people charged with crimes in Clark County. He does not handle family law, personal injury, bankruptcy, or immigration. Criminal defense is the entire practice.

He appears in Las Vegas Justice Court, the Eighth Judicial District Court, Henderson Municipal Court, and North Las Vegas Justice Court. He has handled cases ranging from first-offense misdemeanor DUIs to multi-count felonies. When you hire Liberators, Michael is the attorney who appears in court, reviews the discovery, drafts the motions, and negotiates with the prosecutor.

The office is located at 400 S. 4th Street, Suite 500, in downtown Las Vegas — two blocks from the Regional Justice Center where most Las Vegas criminal cases are heard.

Las Vegas Criminal Defense — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from people facing criminal charges in Las Vegas.

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Las Vegas Criminal Defense — FAQ

Common questions from people facing criminal charges in Las Vegas.

It depends on the charge. Liberators Criminal Defense uses flat-fee pricing — you know the total cost before you hire us. Most cases start at $1,000 down. Misdemeanors are less expensive than felonies. We publish our pricing openly and offer payment plans for every case. No hourly billing surprises.

Do not make any statements to police beyond identifying yourself. Do not consent to searches. Do not discuss the case with anyone in the jail — calls are recorded and other inmates are not your friends. Contact a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible. You will be given a court date at booking or shortly after. The earlier a lawyer gets involved, the more options are available.

Misdemeanors in Las Vegas Justice Court typically resolve in 2 to 6 months. Felonies in Eighth Judicial District Court take longer — anywhere from 4 months to over a year depending on complexity, the number of co-defendants, whether the case goes to trial, and the court's calendar. DUI cases often fall somewhere in between. Every case is different, but we can give you a realistic timeline at your first consultation.

Sometimes, yes. Charges get dismissed for a number of reasons — insufficient evidence, constitutional violations during the investigation, problems with witness testimony, successful completion of a diversion program, or the state deciding it cannot prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt. Not every case results in a dismissal, but an experienced defense attorney identifies the weaknesses in the state's case and pushes on them.

Las Vegas Justice Court handles misdemeanors and the preliminary hearing phase of felony cases. If the justice court judge finds probable cause at the preliminary hearing, the felony case is bound over to the Eighth Judicial District Court for trial. District Court handles all felony trials, sentencing, and post-conviction proceedings. Different judges, different procedures, different stakes.

You are not required to have one, but you should. A misdemeanor conviction creates a permanent criminal record that shows up on background checks for employment, housing, and professional licensing. Misdemeanors like domestic battery and DUI carry mandatory jail time, fines, and conditions. A defense lawyer can negotiate reduced charges, fight for a dismissal, or minimize the consequences if a conviction is unavoidable.

Not necessarily. Many felony defendants are released on bail or OR (own recognizance) while their case is pending. Whether you ultimately serve jail or prison time depends on the charge, your criminal history, the strength of the state's evidence, the outcome of negotiations, and if convicted, the sentencing judge. Probation is possible for many felonies. A skilled defense attorney works to keep you out of custody at every stage.

In most cases, yes — but there are waiting periods after the case closes. Dismissed cases can be sealed immediately. Misdemeanor convictions have waiting periods ranging from 1 to 7 years depending on the offense. Some felony convictions can be sealed after longer waiting periods. Certain sex offenses and crimes against children cannot be sealed. We handle record sealing as a separate service.

The arraignment is your first court appearance. The judge reads the charges, advises you of your rights, takes your plea (almost always not guilty at this stage), and sets conditions of release if you are in custody. It is short — usually a few minutes. Having a lawyer present at arraignment matters because bail arguments and release conditions are set here. If you cannot afford bail, your lawyer can argue for reduced bail or OR release.

Look for a lawyer who practices exclusively criminal defense — not someone who does a little of everything. Ask about their experience in the specific court where your case is filed. Ask how they bill. Ask how many cases like yours they have handled. Read reviews from real clients. And trust your gut — you need a lawyer you can communicate with and who gives you straight answers, not someone who tells you only what you want to hear.

Facing criminal charges in Las Vegas?

Call or text for a free case review. We answer nights and weekends. Flat-fee pricing with $1,000 down for most cases. The earlier you call, the more options you have.

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