Nevada § 453.346 - Effect of conviction or acquittal under federal or other state laws

Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 453.346 — Effect of conviction or acquittal under federal or other state laws, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 453.346. Effect of conviction or acquittal under federal or other state laws

1. If a violation of NRS 453.011 to 453.552 , inclusive, is a violation of a federal law or the law of another state, a conviction

or acquittal under federal law or the law of another state for the same act is a bar

to prosecution in this State. 2. The provisions of subsection 1 do not prohibit any licensing board within this

State from proceeding administratively to suspend or revoke any certificate, license

or permit held by any person who has been convicted of a violation of any federal

or state controlled substance law.

Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 453.346

What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 453.346 cover?

Section 453.346 ("Effect of conviction or acquittal under federal or other state laws") 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 § 453.346?

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Is this the official text of Nevada law?

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