Nebraska § 37-732 - Landowner; invitee; permittee; liability; limitation.
Full text of Nebraska Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 37-732 — Landowner; invitee; permittee; liability; limitation., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 37-732. Landowner; invitee; permittee; liability; limitation.
Subject to section 37-734, an owner of land who either directly or indirectly invites or permits without charge any person to use such property for recreational purposes does not thereby (1) extend any assurance that the premises are safe for any purpose, (2) confer upon such persons the legal status of an invitee or licensee to whom a duty of care is owed, or (3) assume responsibility for or incur liability for any injury to person or property caused by an act or omission of such persons.
Evidence required a finding that the entire area owned by the defendant was covered by act and had been made available, directly or indirectly, to the plaintiff. Gallagher v. Omaha Public Power Dist., 225 Neb. 354, 405 N.W.2d 571 (1987).
Recreation Liability Act is not limited to private persons; governmental subdivisions are "owners" within meaning of this section. Gallagher v. Omaha Public Power Dist., 225 Neb. 354, 405 N.W.2d 571 (1987).
Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 37-732
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 37-732 cover?
Section 37-732 ("Landowner; invitee; permittee; liability; limitation.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nebraska § 37-732?
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Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
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