Nevada SB20 revises criminal procedure, including changes to preliminary examinations, misdemeanor joinder, and court reporting requirements.

Nevada SB20 revises provisions relating to criminal procedure. It modifies the conditions under which a defendant can waive a preliminary examination, requiring the waiver to be unconditional and in writing. The bill also changes the joinder requirements for misdemeanors, mandating that certain misdemeanors be charged alongside related felonies or gross misdemeanors in district court. Additionally, it allows for the use of sound recording equipment in justice court proceedings, replacing the previous requirement for a certified court reporter.

Nevada SB20 revises criminal procedure, including changes to preliminary examinations, misdemeanor joinder, and court reporting requirements.

Nevada SB20 revises provisions relating to criminal procedure. It modifies the conditions under which a defendant can waive a preliminary examination, requiring the waiver to be unconditional and in writing. The bill also changes the joinder requirements for misdemeanors, mandating that certain misdemeanors be charged alongside related felonies or gross misdemeanors in district court. Additionally, it allows for the use of sound recording equipment in justice court proceedings, replacing the previous requirement for a certified court reporter.