Nevada § 156.220 - Final distribution; conclusive presumption of death
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 156.220 — Final distribution; conclusive presumption of death, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 156.220. Final distribution; conclusive presumption of death
1. If no claims are made during the 1-year period by any person claiming to be the
missing person or a person claiming to have succeeded to the rights of that person,
a conclusive presumption arises that the missing person died before the filing of
the petition for the administration of the estate of the missing person or the probate
of his or her will. 2. In such event, the estate must be finally distributed accordingly, so far as the
same has not already been accomplished, and the court shall order the estate closed
and all liability of sureties, the personal representative and the distributees ended,
and all bonds cancelled.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 156.220
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 156.220 cover?
Section 156.220 ("Final distribution; conclusive presumption of death") 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 § 156.220?
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