Nevada § 268.017 - Pleading and proof of charter and ordinances in judicial proceedings
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 268.017 — Pleading and proof of charter and ordinances in judicial proceedings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 268.017. Pleading and proof of charter and ordinances in judicial proceedings
The charter and all ordinances, rules, resolutions or other regulations of an incorporated
city shall be received as prima facie evidence in all courts without pleading the
contents thereof. Such charter, ordinances, rules, resolutions or other regulations may be pleaded by
title only and may be proved by introduction of: 1. The original entry thereof on the records of the city council or other governing
body. 2. A copy of such original entry certified by the city clerk. 3. A printed copy published or purported to have been published by authority of the
city council or other governing body.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 268.017
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 268.017 cover?
Section 268.017 ("Pleading and proof of charter and ordinances in judicial proceedings") 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.
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