Nevada § 259.130 - Warrant to issue for accused
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 259.130 — Warrant to issue for accused, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 259.130. Warrant to issue for accused
If the jury finds that the dead person was killed by another person under circumstances
not excusable or justifiable in law, and that the person who committed the act is
not in custody, the justice of the peace shall issue a warrant signed by him or her,
with his or her name of office, for the arrest of the accused.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 259.130
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 259.130 cover?
Section 259.130 ("Warrant to issue for accused") 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 § 259.130?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 259.130" (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 § 259.130 apply to my situation?
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