Nevada § 87.040 - Rules of construction
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 87.040 — Rules of construction, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 87.040. Rules of construction
1. The rule that statutes in derogation of the common law are to be strictly construed
has no application to NRS 87.010 to 87.430 , inclusive. 2. The law of estoppel applies to NRS 87.010 to 87.430 , inclusive. 3. The law of agency applies to NRS 87.010 to 87.430 , inclusive. 4. The Uniform Partnership Act must be interpreted and construed as to effectuate
its general purpose to make uniform the law of those states which enact it. 5. The provisions of NRS 87.010 to 87.430 , inclusive, shall not be construed so as to impair the obligations of any contract
existing on July 1, 1931, nor to affect any action or proceedings begun or right accrued
before July 1, 1931.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 87.040
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 87.040 cover?
Section 87.040 ("Rules of construction") 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 § 87.040?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 87.040" (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?
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How does Nevada § 87.040 apply to my situation?
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