Nevada § 178.487 - Bail after arrest for felony offense committed while on bail
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 178.487 — Bail after arrest for felony offense committed while on bail, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 178.487. Bail after arrest for felony offense committed while on bail
Every release on bail with or without security is conditioned upon the defendant's
good behavior while so released, and upon a showing that the proof is evident or the
presumption great that the defendant has committed a felony during the period of release,
the defendant's bail may be revoked, after a hearing, by the magistrate who allowed
it or by any judge of the court in which the original charge is pending. Pending such revocation, the defendant may be held without bail by order of the magistrate
before whom the defendant is brought after an arrest upon the second charge.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 178.487
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 178.487 cover?
Section 178.487 ("Bail after arrest for felony offense committed while on bail") 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 § 178.487?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 178.487 apply to my situation?
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