Nevada § 128.040 - Who may file petition; investigation
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 128.040 — Who may file petition; investigation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 128.040. Who may file petition; investigation
The agency which provides child welfare services, the probation officer, or any other
person, including the mother of an unborn child, may file with the clerk of the court
a petition under the terms of this chapter. The probation officer of that county or any agency or person designated by the court
shall make such investigations at any stage of the proceedings as the court may order
or direct.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 128.040
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 128.040 cover?
Section 128.040 ("Who may file petition; investigation") 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 § 128.040?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 128.040" (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 § 128.040 apply to my situation?
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