Nevada § 31.780 - Oath of defendant on discharge
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 31.780 — Oath of defendant on discharge, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31.780. Oath of defendant on discharge
If, upon examination, the judge be satisfied that the prisoner is entitled to discharge,
the judge shall administer to the prisoner the following oath: “I, ________________, do solemnly swear, or affirm, that I have not any estate, real or personal, to the
amount of $50, except such as is by law exempted from being taken in execution; and
that I have not any other estate now conveyed or concealed, or in any way disposed
of with design to secure the same to my use, or to defraud my creditors.”
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 31.780
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 31.780 cover?
Section 31.780 ("Oath of defendant on discharge") 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 § 31.780?
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