Charges Against Simpson Detailed

O.J. Simpson faces the following charges and possible penalties related to an alleged confrontation with sports memorabilia collectors at a Las Vegas hotel.

• Two counts of first-degree kidnapping, a felony, carrying the possibility of life in state prison or a definite term of 15 years, depending on the sentencing judge's discretion. Parole eligibility begins after five years.
• Two counts of robbery with use of a deadly weapon, a felony, is punishable by a mandatory two-15 years in prison, plus a possible additional 1-15 years for use of a weapon.
• Burglary while in possession of a deadly weapon, a felony, is punishable by two-15 years in prison.
• Coercion with use of a deadly weapon, a felony, is punishable by two-12 years in prison.
• Two counts of assault with a deadly weapon, a felony, is punishable by one-six years in prison.
• Conspiracy to commit kidnapping, a felony, is punishable by one-six years in prison.
• Conspiracy to commit robbery, a felony, is punishable by one-six years in prison.
• Conspiracy to commit a crime, a gross misdemeanor, is punishable by one year in county jail.

Sources: Las Vegas Justice Court, Nevada Revised Statutes