Nevada § 178.394 - No person to be compelled to be witness against himself or herself in criminal action, or to be unnecessarily restrained
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 178.394 — No person to be compelled to be witness against himself or herself in criminal action, or to be unnecessarily restrained, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 178.394. No person to be compelled to be witness against himself or herself in criminal action, or to be unnecessarily restrained
No person can be compelled, in a criminal action, to be a witness against himself
or herself, nor shall a person charged with a public offense be subjected, before
conviction, to any more restraint than is necessary for the person’s detention to
answer the charge.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 178.394
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 178.394 cover?
Section 178.394 ("No person to be compelled to be witness against himself or herself in criminal action, or to be unnecessarily restrained") 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 § 178.394?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 178.394 apply to my situation?
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