Nevada § 126.900 - Promise to furnish support for child: Enforcement; confidentiality
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 126.900 — Promise to furnish support for child: Enforcement; confidentiality, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 126.900. Promise to furnish support for child: Enforcement; confidentiality
1. Any promise in writing to furnish support for a child, growing out of a supposed
or alleged parent and child relationship, does not require consideration and is enforceable
according to its terms. 2. In the best interest of the child or the custodial parent, the court may, and upon
the promisor's request shall, order the promise to be kept in confidence and designate
a person or agency to receive and disburse on behalf of the child all amounts paid
in performance of the promise.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 126.900
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 126.900 cover?
Section 126.900 ("Promise to furnish support for child: Enforcement; confidentiality") 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 § 126.900?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 126.900" (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 § 126.900 apply to my situation?
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