Nevada § 204.010 - Unlawful use of public money: Amount less than $650
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 204.010 — Unlawful use of public money: Amount less than $650, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 204.010. Unlawful use of public money: Amount less than $650
Every public officer or other person who has in his or her possession, control or
custody any public money belonging to this state, or to any county, town, city, district
or municipal corporation within this state, or to whom any such public money is entrusted
for safekeeping, or for transmission to any treasurer, other officer or person entitled
to receive it, who uses any of the public money for his or her own private purposes,
or for any purpose other than one authorized by law, shall, if the amount so unlawfully
used is less than $650, be punished for a misdemeanor.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 204.010
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 204.010 cover?
Section 204.010 ("Unlawful use of public money: Amount less than $650") 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 § 204.010?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 204.010" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nevada official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nevada attorney.
How does Nevada § 204.010 apply to my situation?
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