Nevada § 207.171 - False, deceptive or misleading advertising and other sales practices
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 207.171 — False, deceptive or misleading advertising and other sales practices, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 207.171. False, deceptive or misleading advertising and other sales practices
It is unlawful for any person, firm, corporation or association or any agent or employee
thereof to use, publish, disseminate, display or make or cause directly or indirectly
to be used, published, disseminated, displayed or made, in any newspaper, magazine
or other publication, by any radio, television or other advertising medium, or by
any advertising device, or by public outcry, proclamation, or declaration, or by any
other manner or means, including but not limited to solicitation or dissemination
by mail, telephone or door-to-door contacts, any statement which is known or through
the exercise of reasonable care should be known to be false, deceptive or misleading
in order to induce any person to purchase, sell, lease, dispose of, utilize or acquire
any title or interest in any real or personal property or any personal or professional
services or to enter into any obligation or transaction relating thereto, or to include
such statement as part of a plan or scheme which intentionally misstates cost or price
for the purposes of producing an erroneous belief by any person that the actual cost
or price is the same as stated therein.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 207.171
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 207.171 cover?
Section 207.171 ("False, deceptive or misleading advertising and other sales practices") 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 § 207.171?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 207.171" (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 § 207.171 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.
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