Nebraska § 83-971 - Director of Correctional Services; military force necessary to carry out punishment; inform Governor.
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§ 83-971. Director of Correctional Services; military force necessary to carry out punishment; inform Governor.
Whenever the Director of Correctional Services shall deem the presence of a military force necessary to carry into effect the provisions of sections 83-964 and 83-969, he or she shall make the fact known to the Governor of the state, who is hereby authorized to call out so much of the military force of the state as in his or her judgment may be necessary for the purpose.
Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 83-971
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 83-971 cover?
Section 83-971 ("Director of Correctional Services; military force necessary to carry out punishment; inform Governor.") 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 § 83-971?
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Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
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