Nevada § 171.085 - Limitations for felonies
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 171.085 — Limitations for felonies, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 171.085. Limitations for felonies
Except as otherwise provided in NRS 171.080 to 171.084 , inclusive, and 171.095 , an indictment for: 1. Theft, robbery, burglary, forgery, arson, a violation of NRS 90.570 , a violation punishable pursuant to paragraphs (a) to (d), inclusive, of subsection
3 of NRS 598.0999 or a violation of NRS 205.377 must be found, or an information or complaint filed, within 4 years after the commission
of the offense. 2. Sexual assault must be found, or an information or complaint filed, within 20 years
after the commission of the offense. 3. Sex trafficking must be found, or an information or complaint filed, within 6 years
after the commission of the offense. 4. Any felony other than the felonies listed in subsections 1, 2 and 3 must be found,
or an information or complaint filed, within 3 years after the commission of the offense.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 171.085
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 171.085 cover?
Section 171.085 ("Limitations for felonies") 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 § 171.085?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 171.085" (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 § 171.085 apply to my situation?
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