Nevada § 412.518 - Improper use of captured or abandoned property
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 412.518 — Improper use of captured or abandoned property, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 412.518. Improper use of captured or abandoned property
1. All persons subject to this Code shall secure all public property taken from the
enemy for the service of the United States, and shall give notice and turn over to
the proper authority without delay all captured or abandoned property in their possession,
custody or control. 2. Any person subject to this Code who: (a) Fails to carry out the duties prescribed in subsection 1; (b) Buys, sells, trades or in any way deals in or disposes of captured or abandoned
property, whereby he or she receives or expects any profit, benefit or advantage to
himself or herself or another directly or indirectly connected with himself or herself;
or (c) Engages in looting or pillaging, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 412.518
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 412.518 cover?
Section 412.518 ("Improper use of captured or abandoned property") 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 § 412.518?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 412.518" (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?
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How does Nevada § 412.518 apply to my situation?
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