Entrapment is a defense that can be used in criminal cases when law enforcement officers have induced an individual to commit a crime that they would not have otherwise committed. The defense is available in Nevada, and it is important to understand the elements of entrapment and how they may apply to your case.



In Nevada, entrapment is defined as when a law enforcement officer or their agent induces a person to commit a crime that they would not have otherwise committed. To prove entrapment, the defendant must show that the officer's conduct was likely to induce an ordinary law-abiding person to commit the crime, and that the defendant was not predisposed to commit the crime before the officer's involvement.

To determine if the defendant was predisposed to commit the crime, the court will look at the defendant's prior criminal history, if any, and their general behavior. If the defendant has a history of committing similar crimes or has expressed a willingness to commit the crime before the officer's involvement, the defense of entrapment is less likely to succeed.

It is important to note that the defense of entrapment is not available if the defendant was already planning to commit the crime before the officer's involvement. In other words, if the officer merely provides an opportunity for the defendant to commit the crime but does not induce them to do so, the defense of entrapment cannot be used.

If the defendant can prove entrapment, the charges against them may be dismissed. However, if the defendant was predisposed to commit the crime before the officer's involvement, they may still be found guilty.

It is important to seek the advice of an experienced criminal defense attorney if you believe you may have been entrapped by law enforcement. A skilled attorney can review the facts of your case and determine if the defense of entrapment may be available to you.

In conclusion, entrapment is a defense available in Nevada for those who have been induced by law enforcement to commit a crime they would not have otherwise committed. To prove entrapment, the defendant must show that the officer's conduct was likely to induce an ordinary law-abiding person to commit the crime and that the defendant was not predisposed to commit the crime before the officer's involvement. It is important to seek the advice of an experienced criminal defense attorney if you believe you may have been entrapped.