Nevada § 527.126 - Requirements to conduct fire; governmental immunity
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 527.126 — Requirements to conduct fire; governmental immunity, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 527.126. Requirements to conduct fire; governmental immunity
1. The authority may authorize an agency of this state or any political subdivision
of this state to commence a prescribed fire. 2. A prescribed fire must be conducted: (a) Pursuant to a written plan which has been submitted to and authorized by the authority;
and (b) Under the direct supervision of at least one person who is qualified to oversee
such fires and who remains on-site for the duration of the fire. 3. A prescribed fire which is commenced pursuant to this section and which complies
with laws relating to air pollution shall be deemed in the best interest of the public
and not to constitute a public or private nuisance. 4. The State of Nevada, an agency of this state or any political subdivision or local
government of this state, or any officer or employee thereof, is not liable for any
damage or injury to property or persons, including death, which is caused by a prescribed
fire that is authorized pursuant to this section, unless the fire was conducted in
a grossly negligent manner.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 527.126
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 527.126 cover?
Section 527.126 ("Requirements to conduct fire; governmental immunity") 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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