Nevada § 599B.280 - Additional penalty
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 599B.280 — Additional penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 599B.280. Additional penalty
1. In any action brought pursuant to NRS 599B.213 , 599B.245 or 599B.255 , if the court finds that a person has engaged in an unlawful solicitation by telephone
directed toward an elderly person or a person with a disability, the court may, in
addition to any other civil or criminal penalty, impose a civil penalty of not more
than $10,000 for each violation. 2. In determining whether to impose a civil penalty pursuant to subsection 1, the
court shall consider whether: (a) The conduct of the person was in disregard of the rights of the elderly person
or person with a disability; (b) The person knew or should have known that his or her conduct was directed toward
an elderly person or a person with a disability; (c) The elderly person or person with a disability was more vulnerable to the conduct
of the person because of the age, health, infirmity, impaired understanding, restricted
mobility or disability of the elderly person or person with a disability; (d) The conduct of the person caused the elderly person or person with a disability
to suffer actual and substantial physical, emotional or economic damage; (e) The conduct of the person caused the elderly person or person with a disability
to suffer: (1) Mental or emotional anguish; (2) The loss of the primary residence of the elderly person or person with a disability; (3) The loss of the principal employment or source of income of the elderly person
or person with a disability; (4) The loss of money received from a pension, retirement plan or governmental program; (5) The loss of property that had been set aside for retirement or for personal or
family care and maintenance; (6) The loss of assets which are essential to the health and welfare of the elderly
person or person with a disability; or (7) Any other interference with the economic well-being of the elderly person or person
with a disability, including the encumbrance of his or her primary residence or principal
source of income; or (f) Any other factors that the court deems to be appropriate.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 599B.280
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 599B.280 cover?
Section 599B.280 ("Additional penalty") 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 § 599B.280?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 599B.280" (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 § 599B.280 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
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