Nevada § 433A.370 - Escape or absence without leave
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 433A.370 — Escape or absence without leave, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 433A.370. Escape or absence without leave
1. When a consumer committed by a court to a division facility on or before June 30,
1975, or a consumer who is judicially admitted on or after July 1, 1975, or a person
who is involuntarily detained pursuant to NRS 433A.145 to 433A.300 , inclusive, escapes from any division facility, or when a judicially admitted consumer
has not returned to a division facility from conditional release after the administrative
officer of the facility has ordered the consumer to do so, any peace officer shall,
upon written request of the administrative officer or the administrative officer's
designee and without the necessity of a warrant or court order, apprehend, take into
custody and deliver the person to such division facility or another state facility. 2. Any person appointed or designated by the Director of the Department to take into
custody and transport to a division facility persons who have escaped or failed to
return as described in subsection 1 may participate in the apprehension and delivery
of any such person, but may not take the person into custody without a warrant.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 433A.370
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 433A.370 cover?
Section 433A.370 ("Escape or absence without leave") 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 § 433A.370?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 433A.370" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nevada official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nevada attorney.
How does Nevada § 433A.370 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Nevada can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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