Nevada § 239.121 - Local governmental records: Definitions
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 239.121 — Local governmental records: Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 239.121. Local governmental records: Definitions
As used in NRS 239.121 to 239.125 , inclusive: 1. “Custodian of records” means any person authorized to have the care, custody and
control of any documents, instruments, papers, books, pamphlets or any other records
or writings of a local governmental entity. 2. “Governing body” means the governing body of a local governmental entity. 3. “Local governmental entity” means a county, an incorporated city, an unincorporated
town, a township, a school district or any other public district or agency designed
to perform local governmental functions. 4. “Old records” means documents, instruments, papers, books, pamphlets or any other
records or writings of a local governmental entity which are retained for any purpose
by the local governmental entity beyond the minimum period for retention established
by the Division or for 5 years or more, whichever is earlier.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 239.121
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 239.121 cover?
Section 239.121 ("Local governmental records: Definitions") 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.
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