Nevada § 281A.160 - “Public officer” defined
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 281A.160 — “Public officer” defined, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 281A.160. “Public officer” defined
1. “ Public officer ” means a person who is: (a) Elected or appointed to a position which: (1) Is established by the Constitution of the State of Nevada, a statute of this State
or a charter or ordinance of any county, city or other political subdivision; and (2) Involves the exercise of a public power, trust or duty; or (b) Designated as a public officer for the purposes of this chapter pursuant to NRS 281A.182 . 2. As used in this section, “ the exercise of a public power, trust or duty ” means: (a) Actions taken in an official capacity which involve a substantial and material
exercise of administrative discretion in the formulation of public policy; (b) The expenditure of public money; and (c) The administration of laws and rules of the State or any county, city or other
political subdivision. 3. “Public officer” does not include: (a) Any justice, judge or other officer of the court system; (b) Any member of a board, commission or other body whose function is advisory; (c) Any member of a special district whose official duties do not include the formulation
of a budget for the district or the authorization of the expenditure of the district's
money; or (d) A county health officer appointed pursuant to NRS 439.290 . 4. “Public office” does not include an office held by: (a) Any justice, judge or other officer of the court system; (b) Any member of a board, commission or other body whose function is advisory; (c) Any member of a special district whose official duties do not include the formulation
of a budget for the district or the authorization of the expenditure of the district's
money; or (d) A county health officer appointed pursuant to NRS 439.290 .
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 281A.160
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 281A.160 cover?
Section 281A.160 ("“Public officer” defined") 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 § 281A.160?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 281A.160 apply to my situation?
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