Nevada § 159.338 - Attorney’s fees and sanctions
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 159.338 — Attorney’s fees and sanctions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 159.338. Attorney’s fees and sanctions
1. In a proceeding held pursuant to NRS 159.331 to 159.338 , inclusive, if the court finds that: (a) A petition was filed frivolously or in bad faith, the court shall award attorney's
fees to the party opposing the petition. (b) A guardian is in contempt of court or has acted frivolously or in bad faith in
prohibiting or restricting communication, visitation or interaction between the relative
or person of natural affection and the protected person, the court may: (1) Award attorney's fees to the prevailing party; and (2) Impose sanctions against the guardian. 2. Any attorney's fees awarded pursuant to this section must not be paid by the protected
person or the estate of the protected person.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 159.338
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 159.338 cover?
Section 159.338 ("Attorney’s fees and sanctions") 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 § 159.338?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 159.338" (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 § 159.338 apply to my situation?
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