Nevada § 16.140 - Jury may come into court for further instructions
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 16.140 — Jury may come into court for further instructions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16.140. Jury may come into court for further instructions
After the jury has retired for deliberation, if there is a disagreement among them
as to any part of the testimony, or if they desire to be informed of any point of
law arising in the cause, they may require the officer to conduct them into court.
Upon their being brought into court, the court may order the court reporter to read
the portion of the testimony which they request, or any part thereof, and the court
may provide any information requested on the law. This shall be in the presence of or after notice to the parties or counsel.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 16.140
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 16.140 cover?
Section 16.140 ("Jury may come into court for further instructions") 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 § 16.140?
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