Nevada § 34.370 - Application for writ; verification required; contents; supporting documents
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 34.370 — Application for writ; verification required; contents; supporting documents, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34.370. Application for writ; verification required; contents; supporting documents
1. A petition for a writ of habeas corpus must be verified by the petitioner or the
petitioner's counsel. If the petition is verified by counsel, counsel shall also verify that the petitioner
personally authorized counsel to commence the action. 2. A verified petition for issuance of a writ of habeas corpus must specify that the
petitioner is imprisoned or restrained of the petitioner's liberty, the officer or
other person by whom the petitioner is confined or restrained, and the place where
the petitioner is confined, naming all the parties if they are known, or describing
them if they are not known. 3. If the petitioner claims that the imprisonment is illegal, the petitioner must
state facts which show that the restraint or detention is illegal. 4. If the petition requests relief from a judgment of conviction or sentence in a
criminal case, the petition must identify the proceedings in which the petitioner
was convicted, give the date of entry of the final judgment and set forth which constitutional
rights of the petitioner were violated and the acts constituting violations of those
rights. Affidavits, records or other evidence supporting the allegations in the petition
must be attached unless the petition recites the cause for failure to attach these
materials. The petition must identify any previous proceeding in state or federal court initiated
by the petitioner to secure relief from the petitioner's judgment of conviction or
sentence. Argument, citations and other supporting documents are unnecessary.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 34.370
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 34.370 cover?
Section 34.370 ("Application for writ; verification required; contents; supporting documents") 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 § 34.370?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 34.370" (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 § 34.370 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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