Stafford v. State — In-custody absence cannot undo plea promises
The Nevada Supreme Court held that the State cannot invoke a plea agreement’s failure-to-appear clause against a defendant who remains in government custody.
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Deamicis v. State — One threatening act supports an assault count for each victim
The Nevada Supreme Court held that NRS 200.471 permits a separate assault conviction for every person intentionally placed in reasonable fear of immediate bodily harm.
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De Falco v. State — Prosecutor may block jury waiver
The Nevada Supreme Court held that requiring prosecutorial consent to waive a criminal jury trial does not violate separation of powers.