Nevada § 482.380 - Antique vehicle: “Horseless Carriage”
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 482.380 — Antique vehicle: “Horseless Carriage”, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 482.380. Antique vehicle: “Horseless Carriage”
1. The Department may issue special motor vehicle license plates from year to year
to a person who has resided in the State of Nevada for a period of 6 months preceding
the date of application for the license plates and who owns a motor vehicle which
is a model manufactured during or before 1915. 2. To administer the provisions of this section, the Department may recognize the
Horseless Carriage Club of Nevada as presently constituted as the official Horseless
Carriage Club of Nevada and to designate and appoint one member of the Board of Directors
of the Horseless Carriage Club of Nevada to act as and be an ex officio deputy of
the Department and to perform the duties and functions prescribed by this section
without compensation, per diem allowance or travel expenses. 3. An applicant for license plates pursuant to the provisions of this section must: (a) Fill out and sign an application for license plates on a form prescribed and furnished
by the ex officio deputy for licensing antique motor vehicles. (b) Present evidence of the applicant's eligibility for license plates by showing,
to the satisfaction of the ex officio deputy, residence in this State for 6 months
preceding the date of application and ownership of an antique motor vehicle which
is a model manufactured during or before 1915. (c) Present a certificate of inspection issued by a committee, or member thereof,
appointed by the Board of Directors of the Horseless Carriage Club of Nevada verifying
that the antique motor vehicle is in safe and satisfactory mechanical condition, is
in good condition and state of repair, is well equipped and is covered by a policy
of insurance covering public liability and property damage written by an insurance
company qualified to do business in this State with limits of not less than $10,000
for each person nor less than $20,000 for each crash, and not less than $5,000 for
property damage and which otherwise meets the requirements of chapter 485 of NRS . (d) Exhibit a valid driver's license authorizing the applicant to drive a motor vehicle
on the highways of this State. (e) Pay the fee prescribed by the laws of this State for the operation of a passenger
car, without regard to the weight or the capacity for passengers. (f) Pay such other fee as prescribed by the Board of Directors of the Horseless Carriage
Club of Nevada necessary to defray all cost of manufacture, transportation and issuance
of the special license plates. 4. The ex officio deputy for licensing antique motor vehicles shall each calendar
year issue license plates, approved by the Department, for each motor vehicle owned
by an applicant who meets the requirements of subsection 3, subject to the following
conditions: (a) The license plates must be numbered and issued consecutively each year beginning
with “Horseless Carriage 1.” (b) The license plates must conform, as nearly as possible, to the color and type
of license plate issued in this State for regular passenger cars. (c) The special license plates issued pursuant to this section must be specified,
procured, transported and issued solely at the expense and cost of the Horseless Carriage
Club of Nevada and without any expense to the State of Nevada. 5. The ex officio deputy for licensing antique motor vehicles shall pay quarterly
to the Department the prescribed fee as provided in paragraph (e) of subsection 3. The fees so received must be used, disbursed or deposited by the Department in the
same manner as provided by law for other fees for registration and licensing. All other fees collected to defray expenses must be retained by the Board of Directors
of the Horseless Carriage Club of Nevada. 6. The license plates obtained pursuant to this section are in lieu of the license
plates otherwise provided for in this chapter and are valid for the calendar year
in which they are issued. 7. The Department shall charge and collect the following fees for the issuance of
these license plates, which fees are in addition to all other license fees and applicable
taxes: (a) For the first issuance (b) For a renewal sticker
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 482.380
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 482.380 cover?
Section 482.380 ("Antique vehicle: “Horseless Carriage”") 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 § 482.380?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 482.380" (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 § 482.380 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.