Nevada § 16.050 - Grounds for challenges for cause
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 16.050 — Grounds for challenges for cause, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16.050. Grounds for challenges for cause
1. Challenges for cause may be taken on one or more of the following grounds: (a) A want of any of the qualifications prescribed by statute to render a person competent
as a juror. (b) Consanguinity or affinity within the third degree to either party. (c) Standing in the relation of debtor and creditor, guardian and protected person,
master and servant, employer and clerk, or principal and agent, to either party, being
a member of the family of either party or a partner, or united in business with either
party, or being security on any bond or obligation for either party. (d) Having served as a juror or been a witness on a previous trial between the same
parties for the same cause of action or being then a witness therein. (e) Interest on the part of the juror in the event of the action, or in the main question
involved in the action, except the interest of the juror as a member or citizen of
a municipal corporation. (f) Having formed or expressed an unqualified opinion or belief as to the merits of
the action, or the main question involved therein, but the reading of newspaper accounts
of the subject matter before the court shall not disqualify a juror either for bias
or opinion. (g) The existence of a state of mind in the juror evincing enmity against or bias
to either party. 2. A challenge for cause for standing in the relation of debtor and creditor when
the party to an action is a public utility as defined in NRS 704.020 may be allowed only where the circumstances as determined by the court so warrant.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 16.050
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 16.050 cover?
Section 16.050 ("Grounds for challenges for cause") 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 § 16.050?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 16.050" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nevada official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nevada attorney.
How does Nevada § 16.050 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Nevada can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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