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Constitutional Violation?

Constitutional Violation?

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Wednesday, Feb. 29, 2012 | 7:30 p.m.

A federal appeals court is upholding Nevada laws aimed at keeping a closer eye on convicted sex offenders, long after they've served their time. Opponents say it amounts to a violation of their Constitutional rights. We'll tell you why the legal battle may not be over. Plus, embattled ex-Henderson Councilwoman Kathleen Vermillion opens up about the addiction that almost took her life and the treatment she says she hopes will save it. And how deeply was she involved in the attempt to get her ex-boyfriend, Clark County Commissioner Steve Sisolak, to pay her $3.9 million? Dana Gentry asks her in an exclusive interview.

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