Felony Domestic Battery Charges
Domestic battery charges can be escalated to felonies even for a first offense if the incident involves specific aggravating factors, such as:
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Substantial Bodily Harm: As defined by NRS 0.060, serious injuries to the victim, such as broken bones or severe cuts, can elevate a domestic battery charge to a felony. This level of charge carries much harsher penalties, including significant prison time and high fines.
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Strangulation: Nevada law specifically categorizes domestic battery involving strangulation as a felony. Strangulation is considered a highly dangerous act, and a conviction can lead to:
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Use of a Deadly Weapon: When a deadly weapon is used in an act of domestic violence, the charge is automatically upgraded to a felony, resulting in enhanced prison sentences and other severe penalties.
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Mandatory Prison: It is important to note that for Felony Domestic Offenses in Nevada, you must serve prison time if convicted, you cannot receive probation. This is why it is so important to avoid a conviction for these charges.
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