Nevada § 193.120 - Classification of crimes
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 193.120 — Classification of crimes, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 193.120. Classification of crimes
1. A crime is an act or omission forbidden by law and punishable upon conviction by
death, imprisonment, fine or other penal discipline. 2. Every crime which may be punished by death or by imprisonment in the state prison
is a felony. 3. Every crime punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000, or by imprisonment in
a county jail for not more than 6 months, is a misdemeanor. 4. Every other crime is a gross misdemeanor.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 193.120
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 193.120 cover?
Section 193.120 ("Classification of crimes") 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.
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