Nevada § 179B.280 - Misuse of information: Civil liabilities
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 179B.280 — Misuse of information: Civil liabilities, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 179B.280. Misuse of information: Civil liabilities
Any person who uses information obtained from the community notification website in
violation of the provisions of NRS 179B.250 or 179B.270 is liable: 1. In a civil action brought by or on behalf of a person injured by the violation,
for damages, attorney's fees and costs incurred as the result of the violation; and 2. In a civil action brought in the name of the State of Nevada by the Attorney General,
for a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 and for the costs of the action, including
investigative costs and attorney's fees.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 179B.280
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 179B.280 cover?
Section 179B.280 ("Misuse of information: Civil liabilities") 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 § 179B.280?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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