Nevada § 484B.117 - Driving upon sidewalk prohibited; penalty; exceptions
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 484B.117 — Driving upon sidewalk prohibited; penalty; exceptions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 484B.117. Driving upon sidewalk prohibited; penalty; exceptions
1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, the driver of a vehicle shall not
drive upon or within any sidewalk area except at a permanent or temporary driveway
or alley entrance. A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor. 2. The provisions of subsection 1 do not apply to a vehicle that is powered solely
by electricity and designed to travel on three wheels when such a vehicle is operated: (a) As an authorized emergency vehicle; (b) By an officer or other authorized employee of a law enforcement agency, as that term is defined in NRS 239C.065 , in the course of his or her official duties; or (c) By a security guard, as that term is defined in NRS 648.016 , in the course of his or her official duties.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 484B.117
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 484B.117 cover?
Section 484B.117 ("Driving upon sidewalk prohibited; penalty; exceptions") 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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