Nevada § 412.266 - Apprehension by authorized persons; quelling disorder
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 412.266 — Apprehension by authorized persons; quelling disorder, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 412.266. Apprehension by authorized persons; quelling disorder
1. Any person authorized by this Code, or by Office regulations issued pursuant thereto,
to apprehend persons subject to this Code, any marshal of a court-martial appointed
pursuant to the provisions of this Code and any peace officer authorized to do so
by law may do so upon reasonable belief that an offense has been committed and that
the person apprehended committed it. 2. Commissioned officers, warrant officers and noncommissioned officers have authority
to quell quarrels, frays and disorders among persons subject to this Code and to apprehend
persons subject to this Code who take part therein.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 412.266
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 412.266 cover?
Section 412.266 ("Apprehension by authorized persons; quelling disorder") 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 § 412.266?
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