Nevada § 128.013 - “Injury” defined
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 128.013 — “Injury” defined, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 128.013. “Injury” defined
1. “Injury” to a child's health or welfare occurs when the parent, guardian or custodian: (a) Inflicts or allows to be inflicted upon the child, physical, mental or emotional
injury, including injuries sustained as a result of excessive corporal punishment; (b) Commits or allows to be committed against the child, sexual abuse as defined in NRS 432B.100 ; (c) Neglects or refuses to provide for the child proper or necessary subsistence,
education or medical or surgical care, although he or she is financially able to do
so or has been offered financial or other reasonable means to do so; or (d) Fails, by specific acts or omissions, to provide the child with adequate care,
supervision or guardianship under circumstances requiring the intervention of: (1) An agency which provides child welfare services; or (2) The juvenile or family court itself. 2. A child's health or welfare is not considered injured solely because the child’s
parent or guardian, in the practice of his or her religious beliefs, selects and depends
upon nonmedical remedial treatment for the child, if such treatment is recognized
and permitted under the laws of this State.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 128.013
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 128.013 cover?
Section 128.013 ("“Injury” 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 § 128.013?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 128.013" (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 § 128.013 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Nevada can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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