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Las Vegas attorney arrested on lewdness charges

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Las Vegas police have arrested a Las Vegas attorney on charges of lewdness. Douglas Crawford, 67, faces five counts of open/gross lewdness.

The I-Team has learned that Crawford is accused of sexually harassing his employees and police have identified at least four victims.

Crawford has been practicing law for over 30 years and currently works as an attorney at Douglas Crawford Law in the 500 block of South 7th Street.

He started his own firm in 1989, and practices criminal defense and family law, according to the law firm’s website.

In 2001, Crawford was the recipient of an award after representing victims of domestic violence.

Detectives are investigating whether he sexually harassed any clients or offered legal services in exchange for sexual acts.

Anyone with information can remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555.

Crawford was booked into the Clark County Detention Center.