Nevada § 481.015 - Definitions; exceptions
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 481.015 — Definitions; exceptions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 481.015. Definitions; exceptions
1. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, as used in this title, unless
the context otherwise requires, “ certificate of title ” means the document issued by the Department that identifies the legal owner of a
vehicle and contains the information required pursuant to subsection 2 of NRS 482.245 . The definition set forth in this subsection does not apply to chapters 488 and 489
of NRS. 2. Except as otherwise provided in chapter 480 of NRS , NRS 484C.600 to 484C.640 , inclusive, 486.363 to 486.375 , inclusive, and chapter 488 of NRS , as used in this title, unless the context otherwise requires: (a) “ Department ” means the Department of Motor Vehicles. (b) “ Director ” means the Director of the Department. 3. As used in this title: (a) “ Civil infraction ” means a violation of any provision of chapters 483 to 484E, inclusive, 486 or 490
of NRS that is not punishable as a misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony. (b) “ Full legal name ” means a natural person's first name, middle name and family name or last name, without
the use of initials or a nickname. The term includes a full legal name that has been changed pursuant to the provisions
of NRS 483.375 or 483.8605 .
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 481.015
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 481.015 cover?
Section 481.015 ("Definitions; exceptions") 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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