Nevada § 159A.039 - Proceedings commenced in more than one county
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 159A.039 — Proceedings commenced in more than one county, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 159A.039. Proceedings commenced in more than one county
1. If proceedings for the appointment of a guardian for the same proposed protected
minor are commenced in more than one county in this State, and the proposed protected
minor's home state is this State, the proceedings must be stayed, except in the county
where first commenced, until final determination of venue in that county. If the proper venue is finally determined to be in another county, the court shall
cause a transcript of the proceedings and all original papers filed therein, all certified
by the clerk of the court, to be sent to the clerk of the court of the proper county. 2. A proceeding is considered commenced by the filing of a petition. 3. The proceedings first legally commenced for the appointment of a guardian of the
estate or of the person and estate extend to all the property of the proposed protected
minor which is in this State.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 159A.039
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 159A.039 cover?
Section 159A.039 ("Proceedings commenced in more than one county") 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.
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