Nevada § 281.121 - Compensation for employees required to wear uniforms

Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 281.121 — Compensation for employees required to wear uniforms, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 281.121. Compensation for employees required to wear uniforms

On or after July 1, 1985: 1. An employee of the State of Nevada who is required to purchase and wear a uniform

while performing the employee’s duties is entitled to receive from the employer of

the employee each quarter an allowance which is equal to one-fourth of the cost of

the uniform the employee is required to wear, including the cost of any required accessories

such as a flashlight, gun or whistle. The employer shall determine the cost of the required uniform and accessories at the

beginning of each quarter and determine the allowance accordingly. 2. In addition to the quarterly allowance, a person who: (a) Is hired by the State of Nevada for a position; or (b) Assumes a position which is new to that person, for which the person is required to purchase and wear a uniform is entitled to an

initial reimbursement for the cost of one uniform and any required accessories. 3. An employer must obtain the prior approval of the Budget Division of the Office

of Finance before designating a uniform to be worn by an employee pursuant to subsection

1.

Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 281.121

What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 281.121 cover?

Section 281.121 ("Compensation for employees required to wear uniforms") 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.

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