Nevada § 41.0336 - Acts or omissions of firefighters or law enforcement officers
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 41.0336 — Acts or omissions of firefighters or law enforcement officers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 41.0336. Acts or omissions of firefighters or law enforcement officers
A fire department or law enforcement agency is not liable for the negligent acts or
omissions of its firefighters or officers or any other persons called to assist it,
nor are the individual officers, employees or volunteers thereof, unless: 1. The firefighter, officer or other person made a specific promise or representation
to a natural person who relied upon the promise or representation to the person’s
detriment; or 2. The conduct of the firefighter, officer or other person affirmatively caused the
harm. The provisions of this section are not intended to abrogate the principle of common
law that the duty of governmental entities to provide services is a duty owed to the
public, not to individual persons.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 41.0336
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 41.0336 cover?
Section 41.0336 ("Acts or omissions of firefighters or law enforcement 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 § 41.0336?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 41.0336" (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 § 41.0336 apply to my situation?
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