Nevada § 11.100 - Possession presumed in legal owner unless adversely held
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 11.100 — Possession presumed in legal owner unless adversely held, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11.100. Possession presumed in legal owner unless adversely held
In every action for the recovery of real property, or the possession thereof, the
person establishing a legal title to the premises shall be presumed to have been possessed
thereof within the time prescribed by law; and the occupation of such premises by
any other person shall be deemed to have been under and in subordination to the legal
title, unless it shall appear: 1. That is has been protected by a substantial enclosure; or 2. That it has been cultivated or improved in accordance with the usual and ordinary
methods of husbandry.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 11.100
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 11.100 cover?
Section 11.100 ("Possession presumed in legal owner unless adversely held") 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 § 11.100?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 11.100" (Nevada). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 11.100 apply to my situation?
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