Nevada § 482.438 - Obtaining duplicate certificate of title to use as security with intent to defraud prohibited; penalties
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 482.438 — Obtaining duplicate certificate of title to use as security with intent to defraud prohibited; penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 482.438. Obtaining duplicate certificate of title to use as security with intent to defraud prohibited; penalties
1. It is unlawful for a dealer or any other person, with the intent to defraud, to
obtain a duplicate certificate of title for any vehicle in which the dealer or other
person grants a security interest to secure a present or future debt, obligation or
liability of any nature arising from a loan or other extension of credit made in connection
with the financing of the inventory of the vehicles of the dealer, or to engage in
any other similar practice commonly known as “flooring.” 2. A person who violates the provisions of subsection 1 shall be punished in accordance
with the provisions of NRS 205.380 . 3. In addition to any penalty imposed pursuant to subsection 2, the court shall order
the person to pay restitution.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 482.438
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 482.438 cover?
Section 482.438 ("Obtaining duplicate certificate of title to use as security with intent to defraud prohibited; penalties") 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.
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