Nevada § 179A.090 - Prerequisite to dissemination of records; exceptions
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 179A.090 — Prerequisite to dissemination of records; exceptions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 179A.090. Prerequisite to dissemination of records; exceptions
No agency of criminal justice in Nevada may disseminate any record of criminal history
which includes information about a felony or a gross misdemeanor without first making
inquiry of the Central Repository, to obtain the most current and complete information
available, unless: 1. The information is needed for a purpose in the administration of criminal justice
for which time is essential, and the Central Repository is not able to respond within
the required time; 2. The full information requested and to be disseminated relates to specific facts
or incidents which are within the direct knowledge of an officer, agent or employee
of the agency which disseminates the information; 3. The full information requested and to be disseminated was received as part of a
summary of records of criminal history from the Central Repository within 30 days
before the information is disseminated; 4. The statute, executive order, court rule or court order under which the information
is to be disseminated refers only to information which is in the files of the agency
which makes the dissemination; 5. The information requested and to be disseminated is for the express purpose of
research, evaluation or statistical activities to be based upon information maintained
in the files of the agency or agencies from which the information is sought; or 6. The information is requested by a compensation officer pursuant to NRS 217.090 .
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 179A.090
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 179A.090 cover?
Section 179A.090 ("Prerequisite to dissemination of records; exceptions") 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.090?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 179A.090 apply to my situation?
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