Nevada § 179A.020 - “Administration of criminal justice” defined
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 179A.020 — “Administration of criminal justice” defined, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 179A.020. “Administration of criminal justice” defined
“Administration of criminal justice” means detection, apprehension, detention, release
pending trial or after trial, prosecution, adjudication, correctional supervision
or rehabilitation of accused persons or criminal offenders, and includes criminal
identification activities and the collection, storage and dissemination of records
of criminal history.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 179A.020
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 179A.020 cover?
Section 179A.020 ("“Administration of criminal justice” defined") 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 § 179A.020?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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