Nevada § 70.020 - Contents
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 70.020 — Contents, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 70.020. Contents
The execution must: 1. Be directed to a sheriff of any county in the State or to a constable of the county
in which the justice court is located. 2. Be issued in the name of the State of Nevada, sealed with the seal of the court
and subscribed by a justice or the clerk of the justice court, under the direction
and supervision of a justice. 3. Intelligibly refer to the judgment, by stating the: (a) Justice court in which the judgment was entered; (b) Date when the judgment was entered; (c) Names of the parties; (d) Name of the justice who entered the judgment; and (e) County and the township or city where the judgment was entered. 4. State the judgment, and if it is for money, the amount thereof, and the amount
actually due thereon. 5. Contain, in like cases, similar directions to the sheriff or constable, as are
required by the provisions of chapter 21 of NRS, in an execution to the sheriff.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 70.020
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 70.020 cover?
Section 70.020 ("Contents") 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 § 70.020?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 70.020" (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 § 70.020 apply to my situation?
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