Nevada § 459.774 - Civil penalties for certain violations
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 459.774 — Civil penalties for certain violations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 459.774. Civil penalties for certain violations
1. In addition to any applicable criminal penalties, the Department may, after providing
written notice and an opportunity for a fair and impartial hearing, impose a civil
penalty, in an amount determined pursuant to the schedule adopted by the Director
pursuant to this section, upon a person who violates a provision of NRS 459.7052 to 459.728 , inclusive, or the regulations adopted pursuant thereto. The notice required by this section must include the amount of the penalty and a description
of the violation. 2. The Director shall adopt a schedule of civil penalties for the purposes of this
section based on a schedule of recommended fines adopted by a nonprofit organization
comprised of representatives from private industry, state agencies, agencies of the
Federal Government and other governmental agencies, which is dedicated to improving
the safety of commercial vehicles. 3. The Department may bring an action to recover a civil penalty imposed pursuant
to this section and shall deposit any money collected with the State Treasurer for
credit to the State Highway Fund.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 459.774
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 459.774 cover?
Section 459.774 ("Civil penalties for certain violations") 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 § 459.774?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 459.774 apply to my situation?
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