Nevada § 12.050 - Appointment of guardian ad litem
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 12.050 — Appointment of guardian ad litem, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12.050. Appointment of guardian ad litem
When a guardian ad litem is appointed by the court, the guardian ad litem must be
appointed as follows: 1. When the infant is plaintiff, upon the application of the infant if the infant
be of the age of 14 years, or, if under that age, upon the application of a relative
or friend of the infant. 2. When the infant is defendant, upon the application of the infant if the infant
be of the age of 14 years and apply within 10 days after the service of the summons,
or, if under that age or if the infant neglect to so apply, then upon the application
of a relative or friend of the infant, or any other party to the action. 3. When an insane or incompetent person is a party to an action or proceeding, upon
the application of a relative or friend of such insane or incompetent person, or of
any other party to the action or proceeding.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 12.050
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 12.050 cover?
Section 12.050 ("Appointment of guardian ad litem") 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 § 12.050?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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