Nevada § 47.180 - Presumptions generally: Effect; direct evidence

Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 47.180 — Presumptions generally: Effect; direct evidence, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 47.180. Presumptions generally: Effect; direct evidence

1. A presumption, other than a presumption against the accused in a criminal action,

imposes on the party against whom it is directed the burden of proving that the nonexistence

of the presumed fact is more probable than its existence. 2. As applied to presumptions, “direct evidence” means evidence which tends to establish

the existence or nonexistence of the presumed fact independently of the basic facts.

Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 47.180

What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 47.180 cover?

Section 47.180 ("Presumptions generally: Effect; direct evidence") 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 § 47.180?

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Is this the official text of Nevada law?

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