Nevada § 205.511 - Victim authorized to bring civil action
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 205.511 — Victim authorized to bring civil action, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 205.511. Victim authorized to bring civil action
1. Any victim of a crime described in NRS 205.473 to 205.513 , inclusive, may bring a civil action to recover: (a) Damages for any response costs, loss or injury suffered as a result of the crime; (b) Punitive damages; and (c) Costs and reasonable attorney's fees incurred in bringing the civil action. 2. A victim of a crime described in NRS 205.473 to 205.513 , inclusive, may bring a civil action pursuant to this section whether or not the
person who committed the crime is or has been charged with or convicted or acquitted
of the crime or any other offense arising out of the facts surrounding the crime. 3. The provisions of this section do not abrogate or limit the right of a victim of
a crime described in NRS 205.473 to 205.513 , inclusive, to bring a civil action pursuant to any other statute or the common law.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 205.511
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 205.511 cover?
Section 205.511 ("Victim authorized to bring civil action") 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 § 205.511?
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How does Nevada § 205.511 apply to my situation?
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