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Bowman V. State, 132 Nev. Adv. Op. 74 (Oct. 27, 2016), Marco Luna
Bowman V. State, 132 Nev. Adv. Op. 74 (Oct. 27, 2016), Marco Luna
Nevada Supreme Court Summaries
A district court's failure to provide a jury instruction prohibiting jurors from conducting independent research, investigations, or experiments in any criminal or civil case constitutes error. Though likely harmless, the resulting prejudice may constitute reversible error.
Manning V. State, 132 Nev. Adv. Op. 67 (September 15, 2016), Andrew Clark
Manning V. State, 132 Nev. Adv. Op. 67 (September 15, 2016), Andrew Clark
Nevada Supreme Court Summaries
A request for a jury instruction on a lesser-included offense is sufficient if there is any evidence the defendant can be convicted of the lesser crime. Failure to give such an instruction is reversible error. Further, although NRS 175.161(6) allows district courts to settle jury instructions in chambers, district courts should solicit written copies of proposed jury instructions to ensure a clear record on appeal.