Nevada § 159A.1857 - Actions of court when petition to remove guardian is deemed sufficient and guardian fails to appear
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 159A.1857 — Actions of court when petition to remove guardian is deemed sufficient and guardian fails to appear, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 159A.1857. Actions of court when petition to remove guardian is deemed sufficient and guardian fails to appear
If a petition to remove a guardian is deemed sufficient and the guardian fails to
appear before the court, the court may take any or all of the following actions: 1. Hold the guardian in contempt of court. 2. Require the guardian to appear at a date and time set by the court. 3. Issue a bench warrant for the arrest and appearance of the guardian. 4. Find that the guardian caused harm to the protected minor or the estate of the
protected minor and issue an order accordingly.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 159A.1857
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 159A.1857 cover?
Section 159A.1857 ("Actions of court when petition to remove guardian is deemed sufficient and guardian fails to appear") 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 § 159A.1857?
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