Nevada § 483.245 - License issued by this State required when person becomes resident; issuance; reciprocal agreements with other states or countries
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§ 483.245. License issued by this State required when person becomes resident; issuance; reciprocal agreements with other states or countries
1. When a person becomes a resident of Nevada as defined in this chapter and chapter 482 of NRS , the person must, within 30 days, obtain a Nevada driver's license as a prerequisite
to driving any motor vehicle in the State of Nevada. 2. Where a person who applies for a license has a valid driver's license from a state
or country which has requirements for issuance of drivers' licenses comparable to
those of the State of Nevada, the Department may issue a Nevada license under the
same terms and conditions applicable to a renewal of a license in this State. 3. In carrying out the provisions of this chapter, the Administrator is authorized
to enter into reciprocal agreements with appropriate officials of other states or
countries concerning the licensing of drivers of motor vehicles.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 483.245 cover?
Section 483.245 ("License issued by this State required when person becomes resident; issuance; reciprocal agreements with other states or countries") 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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