Nevada § 126.223 - Entry of default upon failure to plead or defend in action

Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 126.223 — Entry of default upon failure to plead or defend in action, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 126.223. Entry of default upon failure to plead or defend in action

If a man who is alleged to be the father of a child in an action brought pursuant

to this chapter fails to plead or otherwise defend against the action as provided

in the Nevada Rules of Civil Procedure, the clerk of the court shall enter his default

upon a showing of proof of service of process and any other showing required pursuant

to the Nevada Rules of Civil Procedure.

Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 126.223

What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 126.223 cover?

Section 126.223 ("Entry of default upon failure to plead or defend in action") 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 § 126.223?

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Is this the official text of Nevada law?

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