Nevada § 62E.705 - Unlawful operation of motor vehicle without or in violation of license or permit: Joint and several liability of parent or guardian; community service in lieu of monetary penalty
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 62E.705 — Unlawful operation of motor vehicle without or in violation of license or permit: Joint and several liability of parent or guardian; community service in lieu of monetary penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 62E.705. Unlawful operation of motor vehicle without or in violation of license or permit: Joint and several liability of parent or guardian; community service in lieu of monetary penalty
1. If the juvenile court: (a) Adjudicates a child delinquent for the unlawful act of operating a motor vehicle
without a valid driver's license or instruction permit for the type or class of vehicle
being driven or in violation of any restrictions imposed on a valid driver's license
or instruction permit held by the child; and (b) Finds that the parent or guardian of the child knowingly and willfully allowed
the child to operate the vehicle without a valid driver's license or instruction permit
for the type or class of vehicle being driven or in violation of any restrictions
imposed on a valid driver's license or instruction permit held by the child, the juvenile court shall order the parent or guardian of the child to be held jointly
and severally liable with the child for all fines, fees, assessments and other monetary
penalties and any restitution imposed on the child for the unlawful act and any other
traffic offense committed by the child while operating the vehicle, including, without
limitation, any other traffic offense in violation of chapter 483 or chapters 484A
to 484E, inclusive, of NRS. 2. If, because of financial hardship, the parent or guardian is unable to pay any
fine, fee, assessment or other monetary penalty or any restitution that the juvenile
court imposes on the parent or guardian pursuant to this section, the juvenile court
may order the parent or guardian to perform community service. 3. As used in this section, “ juvenile court ” means: (a) The juvenile court; or (b) The justice court or municipal court if the juvenile court has transferred the
case and record to the justice court or municipal court pursuant to NRS 62B.380 .
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 62E.705
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 62E.705 cover?
Section 62E.705 ("Unlawful operation of motor vehicle without or in violation of license or permit: Joint and several liability of parent or guardian; community service in lieu of monetary 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 § 62E.705?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 62E.705" (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 § 62E.705 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.