Nevada § 246.020 - Oath and bond
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 246.020 — Oath and bond, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 246.020. Oath and bond
1. Each county clerk shall, before entering upon the duties of his or her office: (a) Take the oath prescribed by law. (b) Execute to the county a penal bond in the sum of $10,000, conditioned for the
faithful discharge of the duties of his or her office, which bond must be approved
by the district judge and recorded in the office of the county recorder, unless a
blanket fidelity bond is furnished by the county. 2. In all counties where the county clerk is ex officio county recorder, the official
bond of the county clerk must be recorded in the manner and place as provided in subsection
1, and immediately thereafter must be deposited for safekeeping in the office of the
county treasurer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 246.020
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 246.020 cover?
Section 246.020 ("Oath and bond") 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 § 246.020?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 246.020" (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?
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How does Nevada § 246.020 apply to my situation?
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