Mike leads a 6-lawyer "dream team" that was awarded the gold medal for the LVRJ's "Best of Vegas" best criminal defense firm for 2017, 2018, and 2020 and best DUI lawyer for 2020. Known as one of the premier criminal and DUI defense lawyers in the nation, Mike has been helping clients fight--and beat--their criminal and DUI charges for 30 years.
Attorney Michael Becker has taken more than 100 criminal cases to trial, securing dozens of "not guilty" verdicts and hung juries. He has achieved acquittals and/or dismissals in numerous serious felony cases, including murder, child abuse, rape, drugs and prostitution.
Even the police turn to Michael Becker for criminal defense representation when one of their officers gets accused of a crime: NAPSO (Nevada Association of Public Service Officers) is a client of Las Vegas Defense Group, LLC.
As a Las Vegas DUI lawyer, Mr. Becker has helped countless clients get charges dismissed, reduced to reckless driving, and avoid drivers license suspensions.
Attorney Michael Becker is certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to administer field sobriety tests in connection with roadside DUI investigations. Mr. Becker is also a Life Member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- University of Miami School of Law
- J.D. (1992) | Law
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- University of Southern California
- B.A. (1989) | Political Science
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- Colorado Legal Defense Group
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- Drug Defense, Defending the Modern Drug Case
- Medical Marijuana, Nevada Medical Cannabis Symposium
- Sexual Assault Defense, Defending the Unthinkable: Zealous Advocacy in Sexual Assault and Child Victims Cases
- Marijuana Laws, The Morning Blend
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- Best Criminal Defense Attorneys
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Michael L. Becker, Esq.
Biographical video
ATTEMPT MURDER CONVICTION REVERSED & REMANDED: Winning oral argument at Nevada Supreme Court
Listen to Michael Becker deliver winning oral argument at the Nevada Supreme Court that resulted in the defendant's attempt murder conviction being reversed and remanded.
How do I win my "probation violation hearing" in Nevada?
Legal information on probation violating hearings in Nevada
My kid's been arrested in Las Vegas ... should I hire a lawyer?
Legal information on juvenile crimes in Nevada
Can I avoid jail for a first-time DUI conviction in Nevada? Plea negotiations & defenses
Legal information on avoiding jail for Nevada DUIs
Can I get a Nevada DUI case dismissed? Getting charges dropped
Legal information on Nevada DUI dismissals
Can I win a Nevada DUI case at trial? Odds of a "not guilty" verdict
Legal information on winning DUI trials in Nevada
When does a Nevada "larceny" become a "robbery" in Nevada? Theft laws & penalties
Legal information on Nevada theft law
Are assault weapons legal in Nevada? 3 things to know
Top Las Vegas criminal defense attorney discusses whether assault weapons are legal in Nevada. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/defense or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free consultation at 702-333-1600....
Arrest warrants in Nevada - 3 key things to know
Top Las Vegas criminal defense attorney discusses what you should know about arrest warrents in Nevada. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/defense/warrants/arrest-warrant/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free consultation...
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)
Top Las Vegas criminal defense lawyer discusses what blood alcohol content triggers DUI charges in Nevada. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/dui/laws/bac-limit/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free consultation...
Can I be deported for DUI in Nevada? 5 situations when it can happen
Top Las Vegas criminal defense attorney discusses whether DUI is a deportable offense. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/dui/immigration-consequences/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free consultation at 702-333-1600. DUI...
Concealed carry in a casino? Is it legal in Nevada?
Top Las Vegas criminal defense lawyer discusses whether Nevada casinos allow concealed carry of firearms. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/blog/misdemeanor/nevada-casino-ccw/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a FREE consultation at...
Concealed weapon permit (CCW) reciprocity in Nevada?
Top Las Vegas criminal defense attorney discusses whether Nevada has concealed carry reciprocity with other states. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/defense/laws/gun-laws/obtaining-ccw-permit/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free consultation...
DUI of Marijuana in Nevada? 5 Possible Defenses
Top Las Vegas criminal defense attorney discusses how to fight DUI of marijuana charges in Nevada. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/dui/laws/duid/dui-of-marijuana/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free consultation...
Federal DUI in Nevada? What you NEED to know
Top Las Vegas criminal defense attorney discusses federal DUI laws in Nevada. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/defense/federal/dui/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free consultation at 702-333-1600. FEDERAL DUI...
Impersonation of an officer in Nevada
Top Las Vegas criminal defense lawyer discusses how to fight Nevada charges of impersonation of an officer. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/defense/nrs/199-430-impersonating-an-officer/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free...
In a car accident in Nevada? 10 critical steps to take
More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/personal-injury/car-accident/what-to-do-after-an-accident/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free consultation at 702-DEFENSE (702-333-3673). LAS VEGAS DEFENSE GROUP, L.L.C. Our criminal defense attorneys at Las Vegas Defense...
Insurance Fraud in Nevada
Top Las Vegas criminal defense attorney discusses how to fight Nevada charges of insurance fraud. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/defense/nrs/686a-2815-insurance-fraud/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free consultation at...
The Crime of "Elder Abuse" in Nevada -- 3 Defenses to False Allegations
Top Las Vegas criminal defense attorney discusses how to defend against elder abuse charges in Nevada. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/defense/nrs/200-5099-elder-abuse/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free consultation...
What is a Fraudulent Conveyance in Nevada? 3 Things to Know
Top Las Vegas criminal defense lawyers discuss how to fight against Nevada charges of fraudulent conveyance. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/defense/laws/fraud/fraudulent-conveyance/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free consultation...
What is forgery in Nevada? 3 ways to fight the charges
Top Las Vegas criminal defense attorney discusses how to fight forgery charges in Nevada. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/defense/nrs/205-090-forgery/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free consultation at 702-333-1600....
What is Substantial Bodily Harm in Nevada? 3 Things to Know
Top Las Vegas criminal defense attorney discusses the legal concept of substantial bodily harm in Nevada crimes. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/defense/nrs/0-060-substantial-bodily-harm/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for a free...
What is the "no driving" defense in Nevada DUI cases?
Top Las Vegas criminal defense lawyer discusses how the "no driving defense" can get DUI charges dismissed in Nevada. More info at https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/dui/defenses/no-driving-defense/ or call Las Vegas Defense Group for...