Nevada § 76.020 - “Business” defined
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 76.020 — “Business” defined, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 76.020. “Business” defined
1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, “ business ” means: (a) Any person, except a natural person, that performs a service or engages in a trade
for profit; (b) Any natural person who performs a service or engages in a trade for profit if
the person is required to file with the Internal Revenue Service a Schedule C (Form
1040), Profit or Loss From Business Form, or its equivalent or successor form, a Schedule
E (Form 1040), Supplemental Income and Loss Form, or its equivalent or successor form,
or a Schedule F (Form 1040), Profit or Loss From Farming Form, or its equivalent or
successor form, for that activity; or (c) Any entity organized pursuant to this title, including, without limitation, those
entities required to file with the Secretary of State, whether or not the entity performs
a service or engages in a business for profit. 2. The term does not include: (a) A governmental entity. (b) A nonprofit religious, charitable, fraternal or other organization that qualifies
as a tax-exempt organization pursuant to 26 U.S.C. § 501(c) . (c) A person who operates a business from his or her home and whose net earnings from
that business are not more than 66 2/3 percent of the average annual wage, as computed
for the preceding calendar year pursuant to chapter 612 of NRS and rounded to the nearest hundred dollars. (d) A natural person whose sole business is the rental of four or fewer dwelling units
to others. (e) A business organized pursuant to chapter 82 or 84 of NRS. (f) A business organized pursuant to chapter 81 of NRS if the business is a nonprofit
unit-owners' association.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 76.020
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 76.020 cover?
Section 76.020 ("“Business” defined") 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 § 76.020?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 76.020" (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 § 76.020 apply to my situation?
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