Nevada § 597.020 - Applicability of laws
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 597.020 — Applicability of laws, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 597.020. Applicability of laws
1. A lease agreement with an option to purchase which complies with the provisions
of NRS 597.010 to 597.110 , inclusive, is exempt from the provisions of law governing: (a) A security interest as defined in NRS 104.1201 . (b) A door-to-door sale as defined in NRS 598.180 . (c) The sale of consumer goods as defined in NRS 104.9102 . 2. The provisions of NRS 597.010 to 597.110 , inclusive, do not apply to: (a) A lease agreement with an option to purchase entered into primarily for business,
commercial or agricultural purposes. (b) A lease agreement with an option to purchase made with any governmental agency. (c) The lease of a safe deposit box. (d) A lease or bailment of personal property which is incidental to the lease of real
property and which does not provide the customer with an option to purchase the leased
property. (e) The lease of a motor vehicle.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 597.020
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 597.020 cover?
Section 597.020 ("Applicability of laws") 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 § 597.020?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 597.020 apply to my situation?
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