Nevada § 50.195 - Penalties for disobedience
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 50.195 — Penalties for disobedience, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 50.195. Penalties for disobedience
1. Refusal to be sworn or to answer as a witness may be punished as a contempt by
the court. In a civil action, if the person so refusing is a party, the court may strike any
pleading on the person’s behalf, and may enter judgment against that person. 2. A witness disobeying a subpoena in a civil action shall also forfeit to the party
aggrieved the sum of $100 and all damages which the party may sustain by the failure
of the witness to attend, which forfeiture and damages may be recovered in a civil
action. 3. A witness disobeying a subpoena issued on the part of a defendant in a criminal
action shall also forfeit to the defendant the sum of $100, which may be recovered
in a civil action, unless good cause can be shown for the witness’s nonattendance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 50.195
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 50.195 cover?
Section 50.195 ("Penalties for disobedience") 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 § 50.195?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 50.195" (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?
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How does Nevada § 50.195 apply to my situation?
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