Nevada § 445B.280 - Attendance of witnesses at hearing; contempt; compensation
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 445B.280 — Attendance of witnesses at hearing; contempt; compensation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 445B.280. Attendance of witnesses at hearing; contempt; compensation
1. The district court in and for the county in which any hearing is being conducted
may compel the attendance of witnesses, the giving of testimony and the production
of books and papers as required by any subpoena issued by the chair of the hearing. 2. In case of the refusal of any witness to attend or testify or produce any papers
required by such subpoena the chair may report to the district court in and for the
county in which the hearing is held, by petition setting forth: (a) That due notice has been given of the time and place of attendance of the witness
or the production of the books and papers; (b) That the witness has been subpoenaed in the manner prescribed in NRS 445B.100 to 445B.640 , inclusive; and (c) That the witness has failed and refused to attend or produce the papers required
by subpoena in the hearing named in the subpoena, or has refused to answer questions
propounded to the witness in the course of such hearing, and asking an order of the court compelling the witness to attend and testify or produce
the books or papers in the hearing. 3. The court, upon petition of the chair, shall enter an order directing the witness
to appear before the court at a time and place to be fixed by the court in such order,
the time to be not more than 10 days from the date of the order, and then and there
show cause why the witness has not attended or testified or produced the books or
papers in the hearing. A certified copy of the order shall be served upon the witness. If it appears to the court that the subpoena was regularly issued by the chair, the
court shall thereupon enter an order that the witness appear in the hearing at the
time and place fixed in the order and testify or produce the required books or papers,
and upon a failure to obey the order the witness shall be dealt with as for contempt
of court. 4. Witnesses may be compensated in the amounts provided in NRS 50.225 .
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 445B.280
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 445B.280 cover?
Section 445B.280 ("Attendance of witnesses at hearing; contempt; compensation") 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 § 445B.280?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 445B.280" (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 § 445B.280 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.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Nevada.