Nevada § 136.010 - Determination of proper court
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 136.010 — Determination of proper court, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 136.010. Determination of proper court
1. Jurisdiction of the settlement of the estate of a decedent may be assumed in the
district court of any county in this State if: (a) The decedent was a resident of this State at the time of death; or (b) Any part of the estate of the decedent is located in this State. 2. Venue of the settlement of the estate of a decedent is proper in any district court
in this State. If an interested person objects to the venue on the basis of convenience, the court
may determine the appropriate venue only after considering, in order of priority,
the convenience of the forum to: (a) Where the decedent resided at the time of death; (b) Where the decedent owned real property; (c) The preference of the person named as personal representative or trustee in the
will; and (d) The preference of the heirs, devisees, interested persons or beneficiaries to
the decedent or estate and their legal counsel. 3. After a properly noticed hearing is held, the district court that first assumes
jurisdiction of the settlement of an estate has exclusive jurisdiction of the settlement
of that estate, including, without limitation: (a) The proving of wills; (b) The granting of letters; and (c) The administration of the estate.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 136.010
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 136.010 cover?
Section 136.010 ("Determination of proper court") 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 § 136.010?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 136.010" (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 § 136.010 apply to my situation?
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