Nevada § 177.085 - Effect of appeal by State
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 177.085 — Effect of appeal by State, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 177.085. Effect of appeal by State
1. An appeal taken by the State shall in no case stay or affect the operation of a
judgment in favor of the defendant; but if the appeal by the State is from an order
granting a motion to set aside an indictment or information, and upon such appeal
the order is reversed, the defendant shall thereupon be liable to arrest and trial
upon the indictment or information. In all such cases any statute of limitations on the offense from which the appeal
is taken is tolled from the time the notice of appeal is filed by the State until
such appeal is heard and a ruling made thereon. 2. If the appeal by the State is from an order allowing a motion in arrest of judgment,
or granting a motion for a new trial, and upon appeal the order is reversed, the trial
court shall enter judgment against the defendant.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 177.085
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 177.085 cover?
Section 177.085 ("Effect of appeal by State") 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 § 177.085?
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How does Nevada § 177.085 apply to my situation?
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