North Las Vegas criminal defense lawyer

Facing criminal charges in North Las Vegas? Attorney Michael Mee defends people arrested by NLV Police in North Las Vegas Municipal Court, North Las Vegas Justice Court, and Clark County District Court. Flat fee pricing. Free consultation.

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How criminal cases work in North Las Vegas

Misdemeanors

North Las Vegas Municipal Court

DUI first offense, domestic battery, simple battery, petit larceny, trespassing, disorderly conduct, and other misdemeanors charged by NLV Police inside city limits go to North Las Vegas Municipal Court, prosecuted by the North Las Vegas City Attorney. Misdemeanors filed by other agencies in the township go to North Las Vegas Justice Court at 2428 Martin Luther King Boulevard.

Felonies

Eighth Judicial District Court

Every felony and gross misdemeanor case in Clark County is tried in district court, regardless of which police department made the arrest. If NLV Police arrest you for a felony, you will have an initial appearance and preliminary hearing in NLV Justice Court, but the case transfers to the Eighth Judicial District Court in downtown Las Vegas for all substantive proceedings.

NLV Police make a lot of arrests. Many are for DUI, domestic battery, and drug offenses. The department patrols a growing city with heavy traffic corridors, dense residential areas, and many calls for service. Officers arrest readily, and charges often get filed quickly. If you have been arrested by NLV Police, do not assume the case is straightforward just because the officer seemed confident. Arrests are easy. Convictions require proof beyond a reasonable doubt.

Charges defended in North Las Vegas

Michael Mee handles the full range of criminal charges, from misdemeanor citations to serious felonies. Tap any charge to learn more.

DUI defense Domestic battery Drug possession Drug trafficking Felony battery Theft charges Assault with a deadly weapon Battery Resisting arrest Record sealing Appeals Juvenile charges

Not sure if your charge is listed? The firm defends nearly every criminal charge in Nevada. The list above covers the most common cases from North Las Vegas, but it is not exhaustive. Call with any charge and Michael Mee will tell you where you stand.

Flat fee pricing with no hourly billing

Your legal bill should not grow every time your lawyer picks up the phone.

One price, quoted up front

The flat fee is quoted at the beginning of your case and the scope is defined in writing. Court appearances, motions, negotiations, communication, and research within that scope are covered. The fee does not change unless the scope of the case changes and you agree to it. No hourly billing.

The fee does not change if your case takes longer

Criminal cases can drag on for months. If the prosecutor is slow to respond, or the court reschedules a hearing, or negotiations take multiple rounds, your fee stays the same. The risk of delay falls on the firm, not you.

Payment plans available

Payment plans let you get representation now and pay over time.

What to do if you are arrested in North Las Vegas

The steps you take immediately after an arrest affect everything that happens later.

Stay calm and do not resist

Resisting arrest is a separate criminal charge that will be added on top of whatever you were originally arrested for. Even if the arrest feels unfair or the officer is wrong, do not fight it on the side of the road. Comply physically and fight the charges in court.

Exercise your right to remain silent

Tell the officer clearly: 'I am invoking my right to remain silent and I want a lawyer.' Then stop talking. Do not explain, do not argue, do not try to talk your way out of it. Everything you say is being recorded and will be used against you.

Do not consent to searches

If an officer asks to search your car, your phone, or your belongings, you can say no. Say: 'I do not consent to a search.' The officer may search anyway if they believe they have legal grounds, but your refusal preserves your right to challenge the search later in court.

Remember details

As soon as you can, write down everything you remember: the time, location, what the officer said, what you said, whether body cameras were visible, who else was present. These details fade quickly, and your lawyer will use them to review your case.

Call a criminal defense lawyer

Call before your court date. The earlier an attorney gets involved, the more options exist. Your lawyer can review the arrest, identify constitutional violations, begin gathering evidence, and start negotiating before the case gains momentum.

Why your lawyer should know North Las Vegas

Criminal defense is local. The court, the judges, the prosecutors, and the police department all affect how your case plays out.

NLV Justice Court has its own procedures

Every court in Clark County operates slightly differently. The judges in North Las Vegas Justice Court have their own preferences for how cases are scheduled, how plea negotiations proceed, and what they expect at hearings. Knowing these patterns helps in planning your case.

NLV Police Department patterns

The same officers, the same report formats, and the same kinds of arrests come up again and again. Michael Mee knows how NLV PD conducts DUI investigations, how its officers write reports, and where the common weaknesses are.

Working with the Clark County District Attorney's Office

Felony and gross misdemeanor cases from North Las Vegas are prosecuted by the Clark County DA, as are misdemeanors other agencies file in NLV Justice Court. City misdemeanors are prosecuted by the North Las Vegas City Attorney instead. Michael Mee negotiates with the DA's office regularly and knows how it tends to evaluate cases, what plea offers are typical, and what it takes to get a case dismissed or reduced.

Proximity and availability

The office is at 1100 S. 10th Street in downtown Las Vegas, a short drive from North Las Vegas Justice Court. Michael Mee appears in NLV courts regularly and can respond quickly when something comes up in your case.

North Las Vegas criminal defense questions

Common questions from people facing criminal charges in North Las Vegas.

Frequently asked questions

Misdemeanors charged by North Las Vegas Police inside city limits are filed in North Las Vegas Municipal Court and prosecuted by the North Las Vegas City Attorney. North Las Vegas Justice Court handles felony and gross misdemeanor cases through the preliminary hearing, plus misdemeanors filed by other agencies in the township, which the Clark County District Attorney prosecutes. Gross misdemeanors are tried in district court. City misdemeanors include DUI first offense, simple battery, domestic battery, petit larceny, trespassing, and similar charges. North Las Vegas Justice Court is located at 2428 Martin Luther King Boulevard. If you are charged with a felony, the case will be transferred to the Eighth Judicial District Court in downtown Las Vegas after a preliminary hearing.

All felony cases in Clark County, including those from North Las Vegas Police Department arrests, are prosecuted in the Eighth Judicial District Court. After your arrest, you will have an initial appearance and preliminary hearing in North Las Vegas Justice Court. If the judge finds probable cause, the case is bound over to district court where the felony proceedings continue through arraignment, pretrial motions, and potentially trial.

The firm uses flat fee pricing for criminal defense cases. You know the total cost before work starts. There is no hourly billing and no invoice that grows every time your attorney reads an email. The exact fee depends on the charge and complexity. Call for a free consultation and Michael Mee will quote a flat fee on the spot.

No. You have a constitutional right to remain silent and a right to an attorney. North Las Vegas Police Department officers are trained to get statements that help their case, not yours. Politely decline to answer questions beyond providing your identification. Say clearly that you want a lawyer. Then stop talking. Anything you say can and will be used against you. That warning exists for a reason.

It is possible. DUI cases can be challenged on multiple grounds: whether the traffic stop was lawful, whether field sobriety tests were administered correctly, whether the breath or blood test was reliable, whether the two-hour rule was followed, and whether your constitutional rights were respected throughout the process. Not every case has a viable defense, but many do. Michael Mee reviews the police reports, body camera footage, and test records to identify weaknesses.

They are separate courts with separate jurisdictions. North Las Vegas Justice Court handles felony and gross misdemeanor cases through the preliminary hearing, and misdemeanors filed by agencies other than North Las Vegas Police, for the North Las Vegas township. Misdemeanors charged by North Las Vegas Police inside city limits go to North Las Vegas Municipal Court instead. Las Vegas Justice Court covers the Las Vegas metropolitan area and other parts of Clark County. The court you appear in depends on where you were arrested, not where you live.

Yes. Domestic battery is a frequent charge in North Las Vegas. NLV Police respond to many domestic calls, and officers are trained to make an arrest in almost every situation where they believe a battery occurred, even when the alleged victim does not want to press charges. Michael Mee defends domestic battery at both the misdemeanor and felony level, including cases involving strangulation allegations or prior convictions that elevate the charge.

In many cases, yes. Nevada law allows record sealing for most criminal convictions after a waiting period that depends on the offense category. Dismissed cases and acquittals can be sealed immediately. The firm handles the entire record sealing process, including obtaining your SCOPE (Clark County criminal history report) and criminal history, preparing and filing the petition, and attending the hearing if one is required.

As soon as possible. If you were given a court date, having a lawyer before that first appearance helps. Your attorney can review the charges, identify defenses, and negotiate with the prosecutor before the case gains momentum. If you are still in custody, an attorney can work on getting you released. The earlier a lawyer is involved, the more options there are.

For most misdemeanor charges, your attorney can appear on your behalf so you do not have to miss work or travel to court. There are exceptions. Domestic battery cases and DUI cases sometimes require the defendant to be present at certain hearings. Michael Mee will tell you which appearances you need to attend and which ones he can handle for you.

Arrested in North Las Vegas

Free consultation. Michael Mee will review your charges, explain your options, and quote a flat fee. No obligation. Office hours are Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. After-hours calls are answered for urgent matters.

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Page last updated October 6, 2026. Written by Michael Mee, Nevada Bar No. 13726.

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