Nevada § 533.125 - Commencement of taking of proofs; extension of time; determination of rights if claimant neglects or refuses to make proof; defective proof or map; filing corrected proof of map
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 533.125 — Commencement of taking of proofs; extension of time; determination of rights if claimant neglects or refuses to make proof; defective proof or map; filing corrected proof of map, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 533.125. Commencement of taking of proofs; extension of time; determination of rights if claimant neglects or refuses to make proof; defective proof or map; filing corrected proof of map
to NRS 533.087 on the date fixed and named in the notice provided for in NRS 533.095 for the commencement of the taking of proofs. The State Engineer shall proceed therewith during the period fixed by the State
Engineer and named in the notice, after which no proofs shall be received by or filed
by the State Engineer. The State Engineer may, in his or her discretion, for cause shown, extend the time
in which proofs may be filed. 2. Upon neglect or refusal of any person to make proof of his or her claim or rights
in or to the waters of such stream system, as required by this chapter, prior to the
expiration of the period fixed by the State Engineer during which proofs may be filed,
the State Engineer shall determine the right of such person from such evidence as
the State Engineer may obtain or may have on file in the Office of the State Engineer
in the way of maps, plats, surveys and transcripts, and exceptions to such determination
may be filed in court, as provided in this chapter. 3. If a proof of appropriation or a supporting map is found to be defective, it shall
be returned with a statement explaining why the proof or map was found to be defective. The date of the return must be marked on the proof or map and a record of the return
made in the Office of the State Engineer. 4. A person may file a corrected proof of appropriation or supporting map with the
Office of the State Engineer within 60 days after the date of return marked on the
proof or map. A defective proof of appropriation or supporting map that is not properly corrected
and refiled within 60 days must be rejected. Upon application for an extension of time within the 60-day period, the State Engineer
may, in his or her discretion, grant an extension of time not to exceed 60 days in
which the person may file the corrected proof of appropriation or supporting map.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 533.125
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 533.125 cover?
Section 533.125 ("Commencement of taking of proofs; extension of time; determination of rights if claimant neglects or refuses to make proof; defective proof or map; filing corrected proof of map") 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 § 533.125?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 533.125" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nevada official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nevada attorney.
How does Nevada § 533.125 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Nevada can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Nevada.