Charged with Petit Larceny (Under $1,200) at Henderson Detention Center?
Freedom First defends Petit Larceny (Under $1,200) cases (NRS 205.240) booked through Henderson Jail and the Henderson Justice Court. Petit larceny covers thefts under $1,200 in Nevada — most shoplifting cases. First-time offenders frequently qualify for diversion or a stayed conviction with restitution.
🚨 Booked at Henderson Detention Center? Call now — we contact the jail, get inmate status, and start the defense immediately.
Call (702) 857-7197 NowWhat Petit Larceny (Under $1,200) (NRS 205.240) actually means
Under Nevada law, Petit Larceny (Under $1,200) is classified as a misdemeanor. The State must prove every element beyond a reasonable doubt — and that's where defense work begins.
When the booking happens at Henderson Detention Center, the case typically routes through Henderson Justice Court or Henderson Municipal Court or Clark County District Court. Henderson uses its own bail schedule for city ordinance and misdemeanor charges; felonies are referred to Clark County District Court.
Penalties on the table
How we defend Petit Larceny (Under $1,200) cases
- Lack of intent to permanently deprive
- Mistake of fact / ownership
- Insufficient identification by loss prevention
- Diversion or restitution agreement
Every case is different — but these are the levers that decide outcomes on NRS 205.240 charges out of Henderson Jail. The more facts we have early, the more leverage we have at the first court appearance.
Read our full Petit Larceny (Under $1,200) defense playbookHonest pricing. No surprises.
Most private firms in Las Vegas charge $15,000 to $30,000+ for serious criminal defense. We charge a flat retainer from day one — so you know exactly what you're paying.
- Payment plan available — 50% today, 50% before court
- No hidden fees — everything bundled in the retainer
- Free initial consultation
- Investigation, motions, and appearances included
Retainer covers representation through resolution at the agreed level. Any escalation (appeal, extended trial) is discussed in advance.
What to do in the next 24 hours
- Don't talk to police or prosecutors about the case — jail calls are recorded.
- Call us at (702) 857-7197. We're available 24/7 and the initial review is free.
- Use the Henderson Jail inmate search to confirm booking status: click here.
- Hold off on bail decisions until you've talked to a defense lawyer — in some situations, posting too fast costs leverage at the first court date.
Charged with Petit Larceny (Under $1,200) at Henderson Jail? Call Now.
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