Nevada § 140.020 - Notice and order of appointment; order not appealable
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 140.020 — Notice and order of appointment; order not appealable, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 140.020. Notice and order of appointment; order not appealable
1. The appointment of a special administrator may be made at chambers or in open court,
and without notice or upon such notice to such interested persons as the court deems
reasonable, and must be made by entry upon the minutes of the court or by written
order signed and filed, which must specify the powers to be exercised by the special
administrator. 2. Upon the filing of the order, and after the person appointed has given bond if
fixed by the court, the clerk shall issue special letters of administration, with
a copy of the order attached. 3. In making the appointment of a special administrator, the court: (a) Must appoint a person who satisfies the qualifications set forth in NRS 139.010 ; and (b) May give preference to the person or persons entitled to letters testamentary
or letters of administration, but no appeal may be taken from the appointment.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 140.020
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 140.020 cover?
Section 140.020 ("Notice and order of appointment; order not appealable") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. 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 Nevada § 140.020?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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