Nevada § 179.1223 - Temporary restraining order to preserve property
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 179.1223 — Temporary restraining order to preserve property, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 179.1223. Temporary restraining order to preserve property
1. The prosecuting attorney may apply for, and a court may issue without notice or
hearing, a temporary restraining order to preserve property which would be subject
to criminal forfeiture pursuant to NRS 179.1219 if: (a) An indictment or information alleging a technological crime has been filed in
a criminal proceeding and the extent of criminally forfeitable property is included
therein or the court believes there is probable cause for such an inclusion; (b) The property is in the possession or control of the party against whom the order
will be entered; and (c) The court determines that the nature of the property is such that it can be concealed,
disposed of or placed beyond the jurisdiction of the court before a hearing on the
matter. 2. A temporary restraining order which is issued without notice may be issued for
not more than 10 days and may be extended only for good cause or by consent. The court shall provide notice and hold a hearing on the matter before the order
expires.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 179.1223
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 179.1223 cover?
Section 179.1223 ("Temporary restraining order to preserve property") 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 § 179.1223?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 179.1223 apply to my situation?
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