Nevada § 178.522 - Exoneration of bail
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 178.522 — Exoneration of bail, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 178.522. Exoneration of bail
1. When the condition of the bond has been satisfied or the forfeiture thereof has
been set aside or remitted, the court shall exonerate the obligors and release any
bail. The court shall exonerate the obligors and release any bail at the time of sentencing
the defendant, if the court has not previously done so unless the money deposited
by the defendant as bail must be applied to satisfy a judgment pursuant to NRS 178.528 . 2. A surety may be exonerated by a deposit of cash in the amount of the bond or by
a timely surrender of the defendant into custody.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 178.522
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 178.522 cover?
Section 178.522 ("Exoneration of 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 § 178.522?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 178.522" (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?
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How does Nevada § 178.522 apply to my situation?
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