Nevada § 159.083 - General functions of guardian of estate
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 159.083 — General functions of guardian of estate, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 159.083. General functions of guardian of estate
A guardian of the estate shall: 1. Protect, preserve, manage and dispose of the estate of the protected person according
to law and for the best interests of the protected person. 2. Apply the estate of the protected person for the proper care, maintenance, education
and support of the protected person and any person to whom the protected person owes
a legal duty of support, having due regard for other income or property available
to support the protected person or any person to whom the protected person owes a
legal duty of support. 3. Have such other authority and perform such other duties as are provided by law.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 159.083
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 159.083 cover?
Section 159.083 ("General functions of guardian of estate") 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 § 159.083?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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