Nevada § 17.100 - Written statement made by defendant; form

Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 17.100 — Written statement made by defendant; form, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 17.100. Written statement made by defendant; form

A statement in writing shall be made, signed by the defendant and verified by his

or her oath, to the following effect: 1. It shall authorize the entry of judgment for a specified sum. 2. If it be money due, or to become due, it shall state concisely the facts out of

which it arose, and shall show that the sum confessed therefor is justly due, or to

become due. 3. If it be for the purpose of securing the plaintiff against a contingent liability,

it shall state concisely the facts constituting the liability, and shall show that

the sum confessed therefor does not exceed the same.

Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 17.100

What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 17.100 cover?

Section 17.100 ("Written statement made by defendant; form") 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 § 17.100?

A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 17.100" (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 § 17.100 apply to my situation?

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