Nevada § 205.375 - False written statements to obtain property or credit

Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 205.375 — False written statements to obtain property or credit, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 205.375. False written statements to obtain property or credit

Any person: 1. Who shall knowingly make or cause to be made, either directly or indirectly, or

through any agency whatsoever, any false statement in writing, with intent that it

shall be relied upon, respecting the financial condition or means or ability to pay,

of himself or herself, or of any other person, firm or corporation, in which he or

she is interested, or for whom or which he or she is acting, for the purpose of procuring

in any form whatsoever, either the delivery of personal property, the payment of cash,

the making of a loan or credit, the extension of a credit, the discount of an account

receivable, or the making, acceptance, discount, sale or endorsement of a bill of

exchange, or promissory note, for the benefit of either himself or herself or of such

person, firm or corporation; 2. Who, knowing that a false statement in writing has been made, respecting the financial

condition or means or ability to pay, of himself or herself, or of such person, firm

or corporation, in which he or she is interested, or for whom he or she is acting,

procures, upon the faith thereof, for the benefit either of himself or herself, or

of such person, firm or corporation, either or any of the things of benefit mentioned

in subsection 1; or 3. Who, knowing that a statement in writing has been made respecting the financial

condition or means or ability to pay, of himself or herself or of such person, firm

or corporation, in which he or she is interested, or for whom he or she is acting,

represents on a later day, either orally or in writing, that such statement theretofore

made, if then again made on that day, would be then true, when, in fact, the statement

if then made would be false, and procures upon the faith thereof, for the benefit

either of himself or herself or such person, firm or corporation, either or any of

the things of benefit mentioned in subsection 1, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 205.375

What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 205.375 cover?

Section 205.375 ("False written statements to obtain property or credit") 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 § 205.375?

A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 205.375" (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 § 205.375 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Nevada can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Nevada.