Nevada § 189.120 - Appeal by State from order granting defendant's motion to suppress evidence
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 189.120 — Appeal by State from order granting defendant's motion to suppress evidence, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 189.120. Appeal by State from order granting defendant's motion to suppress evidence
1. The State may appeal to the district court from an order of a justice court granting
the motion of a defendant to suppress evidence. 2. Such an appeal shall be taken: (a) Within 2 days after the rendition of such an order during a trial or preliminary
examination. (b) Within 5 days after the rendition of such an order before a trial or preliminary
examination. 3. Upon perfecting such an appeal: (a) After the commencement of a trial or preliminary examination, further proceedings
in the trial shall be stayed pending the final determination of the appeal. (b) Before trial or preliminary examination, the time limitation within which a defendant
shall be brought to trial shall be extended for the period necessary for the final
determination of the appeal.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 189.120
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 189.120 cover?
Section 189.120 ("Appeal by State from order granting defendant's motion to suppress evidence") 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 § 189.120?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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