Nevada § 488.900 - Enforcement by game wardens and other peace officers; inspection of vessel
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 488.900 — Enforcement by game wardens and other peace officers; inspection of vessel, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 488.900. Enforcement by game wardens and other peace officers; inspection of vessel
1. Every game warden, sheriff and other peace officer of this State and its political
subdivisions shall enforce the provisions of this chapter and may stop and board any
vessel subject to the provisions of this chapter. 2. Any vessel located upon the waters of this State is subject to inspection by the
Department or any lawfully designated agent or inspector thereof at any time to determine
whether the vessel is equipped in compliance with the provisions of this chapter. 3. Any vessel located upon the waters of this State is subject to inspection by the
Division of Environmental Protection of the State Department of Conservation and Natural
Resources or any lawfully designated agent or inspector thereof at any time to determine
whether the vessel is equipped in compliance with the provisions of NRS 488.320 . As used in this subsection, “ vessel ” includes any watercraft or structure floating on the water, whether or not capable
of self-locomotion, including houseboats, barges and similar structures.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 488.900
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 488.900 cover?
Section 488.900 ("Enforcement by game wardens and other peace officers; inspection of vessel") 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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