Nevada § 171.108 - Contents of warrant of arrest
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 171.108 — Contents of warrant of arrest, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 171.108. Contents of warrant of arrest
A warrant of arrest is an order in writing in the name of the State of Nevada which
must: 1. Be signed by the magistrate with the magistrate's name of office; 2. Contain the name of the defendant or, if the defendant's name is unknown, any name
or description by which the defendant can be identified with reasonable certainty; 3. State the date of its issuance, and the county, city or town where it was issued; 4. State the offense described in NRS 171.106 ; 5. Command that the defendant be arrested and brought before the nearest available
magistrate; and 6. State whether the warrant is a no-knock warrant.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 171.108
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 171.108 cover?
Section 171.108 ("Contents of warrant of arrest") 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 § 171.108?
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