Nevada § 6.020 - Exemptions from service
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 6.020 — Exemptions from service, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6.020. Exemptions from service
1. Except as otherwise provided in subsections 2 and 3 and NRS 67.050 , upon satisfactory proof, made by affidavit or otherwise, the following-named persons,
and no others, are exempt from service as grand or trial jurors: (a) While the Legislature is in session, any member of the Legislature or any employee
of the Legislature or the Legislative Counsel Bureau; (b) Any person who has a fictitious address pursuant to NRS 217.462 to 217.471 , inclusive; and (c) Any police officer as defined in NRS 617.135 . 2. All persons of the age of 70 years or over are exempt from serving as grand or
trial jurors. Whenever it appears to the satisfaction of the court, by affidavit or otherwise,
that a juror is over the age of 70 years, the court shall order the juror excused
from all service as a grand or trial juror, if the juror so desires. 3. A person who is the age of 65 years or over who lives 65 miles or more from the
court is exempt from serving as a grand or trial juror. Whenever it appears to the satisfaction of the court, by affidavit or otherwise,
that a juror is the age of 65 years or over and lives 65 miles or more from the court,
the court shall order the juror excused from all service as a grand or trial juror,
if the juror so desires.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 6.020
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 6.020 cover?
Section 6.020 ("Exemptions from service") 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 § 6.020?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 6.020" (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 § 6.020 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.
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