Nevada § 176.505 - Order following appeal
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 176.505 — Order following appeal, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 176.505. Order following appeal
1. When a remittitur showing the affirmation of a judgment of death has been filed
with the clerk of the court from which the appeal has been taken, the court in which
the conviction was obtained shall inquire into the facts, and, if no legal reasons
exist prohibiting the execution of the judgment, shall make and enter an order requiring
the Director of the Department of Corrections to execute the judgment at a specified
time. The presence of the defendant in the court at the time the order of execution is
made and entered, or the warrant is issued, is not required. 2. When an opinion, order dismissing appeal or other order upholding a sentence of
death is issued by the appellate court of competent jurisdiction pursuant to chapter
34 or 177 of NRS, the court in which the sentence of death was obtained shall inquire
into the facts and, if no legal reason exists prohibiting the execution of the judgment,
shall make and enter an order requiring the Director of the Department of Corrections
to execute the judgment during a specified week. The presence of the defendant in the court when the order of execution is made and
entered, or the warrant is issued, is not required. 3. Notwithstanding the entry of a stay of issuance of a remittitur in the appellate
court of competent jurisdiction following denial of appellate relief in a proceeding
brought pursuant to chapter 34 or 177 of NRS, the court in which the conviction was
obtained shall, upon application of the Attorney General or the district attorney
of the county in which the conviction was obtained, cause another warrant to be drawn,
signed by the judge and attested by the clerk under the seal of the court, and delivered
to the Director of the Department of Corrections.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 176.505
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 176.505 cover?
Section 176.505 ("Order following appeal") 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 § 176.505?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 176.505" (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 § 176.505 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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