Nevada § 281.010 - Elected and appointed officers
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 281.010 — Elected and appointed officers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 281.010. Elected and appointed officers
1. The following officers must be elected: (a) A Governor. (b) A Lieutenant Governor. (c) Two United States Senators. (d) The number of members of the House of Representatives of the United States to
which this State may be entitled. (e) The number of presidential electors to which this State may be entitled. (f) Justices of the Supreme Court. (g) Judges of the Court of Appeals. (h) District judges. (i) Senators and members of the Assembly. (j) A Secretary of State. (k) A State Treasurer. (l) A State Controller. (m) An Attorney General. (n) Other officers whose elections are provided for by law. (o) For each county, and the equivalent officers for Carson City: (1) One county clerk, who is ex officio clerk of the board of county commissioners
and may also be clerk of the district court of the county. (2) One sheriff. (3) One district attorney. (4) One public administrator, except where otherwise provided by law. (5) One county assessor, except where otherwise provided by law. (6) One county treasurer, except where otherwise provided by law. (7) The number of county commissioners as provided by law. (8) One county recorder, who is ex officio county auditor in counties in which a county
comptroller has not been appointed. (9) Justices of the peace. (10) Constables, except where otherwise provided by law. 2. All officers who are not elected must be appointed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 281.010
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 281.010 cover?
Section 281.010 ("Elected and appointed officers") 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 § 281.010?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 281.010" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nevada official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nevada attorney.
How does Nevada § 281.010 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Nevada can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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