Nevada § 200.280 - Definition; penalty
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 200.280 — Definition; penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 200.280. Definition; penalty
Mayhem consists of unlawfully depriving a human being of a member of his or her body,
or disfiguring or rendering it useless. If a person cuts out or disables the tongue, puts out an eye, slits the nose, ear
or lip, or disables any limb or member of another, or voluntarily, or of purpose,
puts out an eye, that person is guilty of mayhem which is a category B felony and
shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for a minimum term of not less
than 2 years and a maximum term of not more than 10 years, and may be further punished
by a fine of not more than $10,000.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 200.280
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 200.280 cover?
Section 200.280 ("Definition; penalty") 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 § 200.280?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 200.280" (Nevada). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 200.280 apply to my situation?
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