Nevada § 253.160 - Bond; oath
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 253.160 — Bond; oath, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 253.160. Bond; oath
1. Upon taking office, a public guardian shall file with the county clerk a general
bond in an amount fixed by the board of county commissioners payable to the State
of Nevada with sureties approved by the board of county commissioners. The premium for the bond shall be paid from the general funds of the county and
be conditioned upon the public guardian's faithful performance of his or her duties. 2. The general bond and oath of office of a public guardian are in lieu of the bonds
and oaths required of private guardians. 3. The oath and bond of an elected or appointed public officer designated public guardian
or designated to execute the powers and duties of the public guardian pursuant to
paragraph (b) or (c) of subsection 2 of NRS 253.150 are in lieu of the bonds and oaths required of private guardians. The court may require such a designee to execute a separate bond for any guardianship
in the manner prescribed in NRS 159.065 or 159A.065 .
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 253.160
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 253.160 cover?
Section 253.160 ("Bond; oath") 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 § 253.160?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 253.160" (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 § 253.160 apply to my situation?
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