Nevada § 12.010 - Assignment of thing in action not to prejudice defense
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 12.010 — Assignment of thing in action not to prejudice defense, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12.010. Assignment of thing in action not to prejudice defense
Except as provided for secured transactions in chapters 104 to 104C, inclusive, of
NRS, in the case of an assignment of a thing in action, the action by the assignee
shall be without prejudice to any setoff or other defense existing at the time of,
or before notice of, the assignment; but this section shall not apply to a negotiable
promissory note, or bill of exchange, transferred in good faith and upon good consideration
before due.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 12.010
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 12.010 cover?
Section 12.010 ("Assignment of thing in action not to prejudice defense") 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 § 12.010?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 12.010" (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?
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How does Nevada § 12.010 apply to my situation?
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