Nevada § 41.472 - Imposition of liability for minor's negligence or willful misconduct regarding firearm
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 41.472 — Imposition of liability for minor's negligence or willful misconduct regarding firearm, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 41.472. Imposition of liability for minor's negligence or willful misconduct regarding firearm
1. If a parent, guardian or other person legally responsible for a minor under the
age of 18 years: (a) Knows that the minor has previously been adjudicated delinquent or has been convicted
of a criminal offense; (b) Knows that the minor has a propensity to commit violent acts; or (c) Knows or has reason to know that the minor intends to use the firearm for unlawful
purposes, and permits the minor to use or possess a firearm, any negligence or willful misconduct
of the minor in connection with such use or possession is imputed to the person who
permits such use or possession for all purposes of civil damages, and, notwithstanding
the provisions of subsection 2 of NRS 41.470 , that person is jointly and severally liable with the minor for any and all damages
caused by such negligence or willful misconduct. 2. As used in this section, “firearm” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 202.253 .
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 41.472
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 41.472 cover?
Section 41.472 ("Imposition of liability for minor's negligence or willful misconduct regarding firearm") 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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