Nevada § 260.060 - Appointment and compensation of other or additional defense counsel
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 260.060 — Appointment and compensation of other or additional defense counsel, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 260.060. Appointment and compensation of other or additional defense counsel
For cause, the magistrate or district court may, on its own motion or upon motion
of the public defender or the indigent person, order the appointment of another attorney
and refer the selection of the attorney in the manner set forth in NRS 7.115 . Such an attorney: 1. May be other than, or in addition to, the public defender to represent such indigent
person at any stage of the proceedings or on appeal in accordance with the laws of
this state pertaining to the appointment of counsel to represent indigent criminal
defendants. 2. Must be compensated out of county funds.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 260.060
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 260.060 cover?
Section 260.060 ("Appointment and compensation of other or additional defense counsel") 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 § 260.060?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 260.060 apply to my situation?
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