Nevada § 97B.170 - Award of attorney’s fees when debtor is prevailing party in action to collect consumer debt
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 97B.170 — Award of attorney’s fees when debtor is prevailing party in action to collect consumer debt, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 97B.170. Award of attorney’s fees when debtor is prevailing party in action to collect consumer debt
If the debtor is the prevailing party in any action to collect a consumer debt, the
debtor is entitled to an award of reasonable attorney's fees. The amount of the debt that the creditor sought may not be a factor in determining
the reasonableness of the award.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 97B.170
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 97B.170 cover?
Section 97B.170 ("Award of attorney’s fees when debtor is prevailing party in action to collect consumer debt") 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 § 97B.170?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 97B.170 apply to my situation?
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