Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641A.183 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641A / Section 641A.183
Annual report to Joint Interim Standing Committee on Health and Human Services and Chairs of regional behavioral health policy boards
Status: in_force

1. On or before February 1 of each year, the Board shall submit to the Joint Interim Standing Committee on Health and Human Services and to the Chair of each regional behavioral health policy board created by NRS 433.429 a report which must include: (a) The number of complaints received, investigations completed, cases dismissed, cases settled and cases for which hearings were held within the immediately preceding calendar year; (b) The number of applications for the issuance or renewal of a license received by the Board during the immediately preceding calendar year and the number of those applications for which the Board conducted additional review beyond the standard review regularly conducted by the Board; and (c) The number of applications for the issuance of a license by endorsement received by the Board pursuant to NRS 641A.242 during the immediately preceding calendar year, the number of those applications that were denied and the reasons for denial.

2. The report submitted pursuant to this section to the Chair of each regional behavioral health policy board created by NRS 433.429 may be submitted in a written format.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645G.290 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645G / Section 645G.290
Licensee required to register and maintain unique identifier; Commissioner authorized to issue license through Registry; references to Commissioner deemed references to Registry
Status: in_force

1. Each licensee shall register with and maintain a valid unique identifier with the Registry.

2. The Commissioner may, on behalf of the Division, issue a license through the Registry.

3. To the extent that the Commissioner has delegated to the Registry any of his or her duties or the duties of the Division with respect to the issuance and renewal of licenses as authorized by the provisions of this chapter, any reference to the Commissioner or the Division in this chapter shall be deemed to be a reference to the Registry.

4. As used in this section, “ unique identifier ” means a number or other identifier assigned by the protocols established by the Registry.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 633.418 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 633 / Section 633.418
Authorized facility license to practice as osteopathic physician in institution of Department of Corrections
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 633.315 , the Board may issue an authorized facility license to a person who intends to practice osteopathic medicine in this State as an osteopathic physician in an institution of the Department of Corrections under the direct supervision of an osteopathic physician who holds an unrestricted license to practice osteopathic medicine pursuant to this chapter or to practice medicine pursuant to chapter 630 of NRS .

2. A person who applies for an authorized facility license pursuant to this section is not required to take or pass a written examination as to his or her qualifications to practice osteopathic medicine, but the person must meet all conditions and requirements for an unrestricted license to practice osteopathic medicine pursuant to this chapter.

3. If the Board issues an authorized facility license pursuant to this section, the person who holds the license may practice osteopathic medicine in this State only as an osteopathic physician in an institution of the Department of Corrections and only under the direct supervision of an osteopathic physician who holds an unrestricted license to practice osteopathic medicine pursuant to this chapter or to practice medicine pursuant to chapter 630 of NRS .

4. If a person who holds an authorized facility license issued pursuant to this section ceases to practice osteopathic medicine in this State as an osteopathic physician in an institution of the Department of Corrections: (a) The Department shall notify the Board; and (b) Upon receipt of the notification, the authorized facility license expires automatically.

5. The Board may renew or modify an authorized facility license issued pursuant to this section, unless the license has expired automatically or has been revoked.

6. The provisions of this section do not limit the authority of the Board to issue a license to an applicant in accordance with any other provision of this chapter.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 640A.070 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 640A / Section 640A.070
Applicability of chapter
Status: in_force

This chapter does not apply to a person:

1. Holding a current license or certificate issued pursuant to chapter 391, 630 to 637B, inclusive, 640, 640B to 641B, inclusive, or 641D of NRS , who practices within the scope of that license or certificate.

2. Employed by the Federal Government who practices occupational therapy within the scope of that employment.

3. Enrolled in an educational program that is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. or its successor organization, or a comparable foreign educational program accepted by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, or its successor organization, which is designed to lead to a certificate or degree in occupational therapy, if the person is designated by a title which clearly indicates that he or she is a student.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 640C.600 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 640C / Section 640C.600
License to practice reflexology: Issuance; qualifications; requirements; application; fees; fingerprints; examination; investigation
Status: in_force

1. The Board may issue a license to practice reflexology.

2. An applicant for a license must: (a) Be at least 18 years of age; (b) Except as otherwise provided in NRS 640C.426 , submit to the Board: (1) A completed application on a form prescribed by the Board; (2) The fees prescribed by the Board pursuant to NRS 640C.520 ; (3) Proof that the applicant has successfully completed a program of reflexology recognized by the Board; (4) A certified statement issued by the licensing authority in each state, territory or possession of the United States or the District of Columbia in which the applicant is or has been licensed to practice reflexology verifying that: (I) The applicant has not been involved in any disciplinary action relating to his or her license to practice reflexology; and (II) Disciplinary proceedings relating to his or her license to practice reflexology are not pending; (5) A complete set of fingerprints and written permission authorizing the Board to forward the fingerprints to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for its report; and (6) A statement authorizing the Board or its designee to conduct an investigation to determine the accuracy of any statements set forth in the application; and (c) In addition to any examination required pursuant to NRS 640C.320 and except as otherwise provided in NRS 640C.426 , pass a nationally recognized examination for testing the education and professional competency of reflexologists that is approved by the Board.

3. The Board: (a) Shall recognize a program of reflexology that is: (1) Approved by the Commission on Postsecondary Education; or (2) Offered by a public college in this State or any other state; and (b) May recognize other programs of reflexology.

4. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 640C.426 , the Board or its designee shall: (a) Conduct an investigation to determine: (1) The reputation and character of the applicant; (2) The existence and contents of any record of arrests or convictions of the applicant; (3) The existence and nature of any pending litigation involving the applicant that would affect his or her suitability for licensure; and (4) The accuracy and completeness of any information submitted to the Board by the applicant. (b) Report the results of the investigation of the applicant within the period the Board establishes by regulation pursuant to NRS 640C.320 . (c) Except as otherwise provided in NRS 239.0115 , maintain the results of the investigation in a confidential manner for use by the Board and its members and employees in carrying out their duties pursuant to this chapter. The provisions of this paragraph do not prohibit the Board or its members or employees from communicating or cooperating with or providing any documents or other information to any other licensing board or any other federal, state or local agency that is investigating a person, including, without limitation, a law enforcement agency.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 624.530 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 624 / Section 624.530
Board retains authority to take disciplinary action against residential contractor; additional actions by Board against residential contractor
Status: in_force

1. The provisions of NRS 624.400 to 624.560 , inclusive, do not limit the authority of the Board to take disciplinary action against a residential contractor.

2. If the Board or its designee finds that an owner recovered from the account an amount paid by the owner to obtain a release of a lien recorded against property to be improved by a construction project as a result of a residential contractor's act or omission as described in subsection 2 of NRS 624.3012 , in addition to any disciplinary action that the Board takes against the residential contractor pursuant to subsection 1, the Board may: (a) Suspend or revoke the license of the residential contractor; and (b) Prohibit the issuance, reinstatement or renewal of a license to the residential contractor and any officer, director, associate or partner thereof, unless the residential contractor or any officer, director, associate or partner thereof repays to the account or the owner, or both, as appropriate, any amount paid out of the account or by the owner as a result of the act or omission of the residential contractor.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 628B.330 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 628B / Section 628B.330
Investigation of applicant; factors for consideration in Commissioner's decision on application
Status: in_force

1. Within 90 days after the application for a license is filed, the Commissioner shall investigate the facts of the application and the other requirements of this chapter to determine: (a) That each person who will serve as a sole proprietor, partner of a partnership, member of a limited-liability company or director or officer of a corporation, any person acting in a managerial capacity or in a capacity in which he or she is authorized to make discretionary decisions on behalf of the applicant and any person who will be employed by the applicant as a private professional guardian pursuant to paragraph (a) of subsection 1 of NRS 159.0595 , as applicable: (1) Has a good reputation for honesty, trustworthiness and integrity and displays competence to engage in the business of a private professional guardian in a manner which safeguards the interests of the general public. The applicant must submit satisfactory proof of those qualifications, including, without limitation, evidence that the applicant has passed an examination for private professional guardians specified by the Commissioner. (2) Has not been convicted of, or entered a plea of guilty or nolo contendere to, a felony or any crime involving fraud, misrepresentation, material omission, misappropriation, conversion or moral turpitude. (3) Has not made a false statement of material fact on the application. (4) Has not been a sole proprietor or an officer or member of the board of directors for an entity whose license issued pursuant to the provisions of this chapter was suspended or revoked within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of the application if, in the reasonable judgment of the Commissioner, there is evidence that the sole proprietor, officer or member materially contributed to the actions resulting in the suspension or revocation of the license. (5) Has not been a sole proprietor or an officer or member of the board of directors for an entity whose license as a private professional guardian company which was issued by any other state, district or territory of the United States or any foreign country was suspended or revoked within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of the application if, in the reasonable judgment of the Commissioner, there is evidence that the sole proprietor, officer or member materially contributed to the actions resulting in the suspension or revocation of the license. (6) Has not violated any of the provisions of this chapter or any regulations adopted pursuant thereto. (b) That the financial status of each sole proprietor, partner, member or director and officer of the corporation, each person acting in a managerial capacity or in a capacity in which he or she is authorized to make discretionary decisions on behalf of the applicant and each person who will be employed by the applicant as a private professional guardian pursuant to paragraph (a) of subsection 1 of NRS 159.0595 indicates fiscal responsibility consistent with his or her position. (c) That the name of the proposed business complies with all applicable statutes. (d) That, except as otherwise provided in NRS 628B.540 , the initial surety bond is not less than the amount required by NRS 159.065 or 159A.065 .

2. In rendering a decision on an application for a license, the Commissioner shall consider, without limitation: (a) The proposed markets to be served and, if they extend outside this State, any exceptional risk, examination or supervision concerns associated with those markets; (b) Whether the proposed organizational and equity structure and the amount of initial equity or fidelity and surety bonds of the applicant appear adequate in relation to the proposed business and markets, including, without limitation, the average level of assets under guardianship projected for each of the first 3 years of operation; and (c) Whether the applicant has planned suitable annual audits conducted by qualified outside auditors of its books and records and its fiduciary activities under applicable accounting rules and standards as well as suitable internal audits.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 624.218 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 624 / Section 624.218
Classification for persons who construct or improve video service networks; regulations
Status: in_force

1. The Board shall adopt by regulation a classification of licensing for persons who construct or improve video service networks. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, a person who engages in such construction, alteration or improvement must be licensed in this classification and may not be required to be licensed in any other classification.

2. The licensing requirements adopted pursuant to subsection 1 do not apply to a person who is engaged solely in the alteration or repair of antennae used by a community antenna television system.

3. As used in this section, “ video service network ” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 711.145 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645.8791 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645 / Section 645.8791
Civil action concerning claim: Issuance of order to broker to appear and show cause; effect of failure to appear; hearings; release of proceeds; frivolous claims; compensatory damages; award of costs and attorney's fees to prevailing party
Status: in_force

1. If a claim is recorded pursuant to NRS 645.8775 , the owner against whom the claim is recorded may: (a) File a civil action concerning the claim in the district court of the county where the commercial real estate or a portion of the commercial real estate is located; and (b) At the time the summons is issued or at any time before the complaint is answered by the real estate broker, apply to the district court for an order directing the real estate broker to appear before the court to show cause why the claim should not be dismissed.

2. If the court issues an order directing the real estate broker to appear before the court, the order must: (a) State that, if the real estate broker fails to appear at the time and place specified in the order, the claim will be dismissed with prejudice pursuant to subsection 3; (b) Specify a time and date on which the court will conduct a hearing on the matter; and (c) Establish a period within which the owner must serve a notice of the order on the real estate broker and the escrow agent.

3. If the real estate broker fails to appear at the time and place specified in the order issued pursuant to subsection 2, the court shall issue an order: (a) Dismissing the claim with prejudice; (b) Cancelling the notice of the claim recorded pursuant to NRS 645.8775 ; and (c) Requiring the real estate broker to record in the office of the county recorder of the county where the notice of the claim is recorded a copy of the order of cancellation issued pursuant to paragraph (b). An order issued pursuant to this subsection must state that the cancellation of the notice of the claim has the same effect as an expungement of that notice.

4. If a hearing is conducted pursuant to this section, the court shall consider the showing made by the parties at the hearing and shall make a preliminary determination of which party, with reasonable probability, is entitled to the amount of the owner's net proceeds claimed by the broker pending final adjudication of the claims of the parties.

5. If, after the hearing, the district court determines there is a reasonable probability that: (a) The real estate broker is entitled to the amount of the owner's net proceeds claimed by him or her, the court shall, if those proceeds: (1) Have been deposited with the court by the escrow agent pursuant to NRS 645.8785 , release the proceeds to the real estate broker; or (2) Have not been deposited with the court by the escrow agent pursuant to that section, order the escrow agent to release the proceeds to the real estate broker; or (b) The owner is entitled to the amount of the owner's net proceeds claimed by the real estate broker, the court shall, if those proceeds: (1) Have been deposited with the court by the escrow agent pursuant to NRS 645.8785 , release the proceeds to the owner; or (2) Have not been deposited with the court by the escrow agent, order the escrow agent to release the proceeds to the owner.

6. If the owner believes the claim is frivolous and is made without reasonable cause, the owner may include in the application submitted pursuant to subsection 1 a request for an order directing the real estate broker to appear and show cause why the claim should not be dismissed on those grounds. If the court issues such an order, any hearing conducted pursuant to that order must be conducted in the manner provided in NRS 108.2275 . In addition to any remedy set forth in that section, the court may award compensatory damages to the owner.

7. The prevailing party in any civil action filed or hearing conducted pursuant to this section is entitled to receive: (a) Any costs incurred by that party for the civil action or hearing; and (b) A reasonable attorney's fee.

8. Proceedings conducted pursuant to this section do not affect any rights or remedies otherwise available to the owner or the real estate broker.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641C.730 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641C / Section 641C.730
Subpoenas: Issuance; enforcement; penalty for failure to obey
Status: in_force

1. The Board may issue subpoenas for the attendance of witnesses and the production of books and papers.

2. The district court, in and for the county in which a hearing is held, may compel the attendance of witnesses, the giving of testimony and the production of books and papers as required by a subpoena issued by the Board.

3. If a witness refuses to attend or testify or to produce any books or papers required by a subpoena, the Board may file a petition ex parte with the district court, setting forth that: (a) Notice has been given of the time and place for the attendance of the witness or the production of the books or papers; (b) The witness has been subpoenaed by the Board pursuant to this section; (c) The witness has failed or refused to attend or produce the books or papers required by the subpoena before the Board in the cause or proceeding named in the subpoena, or has refused to answer questions propounded to him or her in the course of the hearing; and (d) The Board therefore requests an order of the court compelling the witness to attend and testify or produce the books and papers before the Board.

4. The court, upon such a petition, shall enter an order directing the witness to appear before the court at a time and place fixed by the court in the order, and to show cause why the witness has not attended or testified or produced the books or papers before the Board. The time may not be more than 10 days after the date of the order. A certified copy of the order must be served upon the witness.

5. If the court determines that the subpoena was regularly issued by the Board, the court shall enter an order that the witness appear before the Board at the time and place fixed in the order, and testify or produce the required books or papers. The failure to obey the order is a contempt of the court that issued it.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 639.0727 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 639 / Section 639.0727
Regulations: Remote sites, satellite consultation sites and telepharmacies; dispensing practitioners and dispensing technicians; practicing electronically, telephonically or by fiber optics
Status: in_force

The Board shall adopt regulations:

1. As are necessary for the safe and efficient operation of remote sites, satellite consultation sites and telepharmacies;

2. To define the terms “ dispensing practitioner ” and “ dispensing technician ,” to provide for the registration and discipline of dispensing practitioners and dispensing technicians, and to set forth the qualifications, powers and duties of dispensing practitioners and dispensing technicians;

3. To authorize registered pharmacists to engage in the practice of pharmacy electronically, telephonically or by fiber optics, including, without limitation, through telehealth, from within or outside this State; and

4. To authorize prescriptions to be filled and dispensed to patients as prescribed by practitioners electronically, telephonically or by fiber optics, including, without limitation, through telehealth, from within or outside this State or the United States.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 632.2856 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 632 / Section 632.2856
Training programs; tests; regulations
Status: in_force

1. The training program required for certification as a nursing assistant must consist of 75 hours of instruction. The program must include no less than 60 hours of theory and learning skills in a laboratory setting.

2. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, the instructor of the program must be a registered nurse with: (a) Three years of nursing experience which includes direct care of patients and supervision and education of members of the staff; and (b) Proof of successful completion of training for instructors which has been approved by the Board. The Board may approve a licensed practical nurse as an instructor if the Board determines that requiring instruction by a registered nurse would create a hardship.

3. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 622.090 , upon completion of the program, a nursing assistant trainee must pass a test in theory with an overall score of 80 percent and a test of skills on a pass or fail basis. The test of skills must be given by a registered nurse. If the nursing assistant trainee fails either of the tests, the nursing assistant trainee must repeat the training in the areas in which he or she was deficient before taking the certification examination.

4. In a program which is based in a facility, a nursing assistant trainee may only perform those tasks he or she has successfully completed in the training program, and must perform those tasks under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or a licensed practical nurse.

5. The Board shall adopt regulations not inconsistent with law: (a) Specifying the scope of the training program and the required components of the program; (b) Establishing standards for the approval of programs and instructors; and (c) Designating the basic nursing services which a nursing assistant may provide upon certification.

6. Any medical facility, educational institution or other organization may provide a training program if the program meets the requirements set forth in this chapter and in the regulations of the Board, and is approved by the Board. Such a program must be administered through: (a) The Nevada System of Higher Education; (b) A program for career and technical education approved by the State Board of Education; (c) A public school in this State; or (d) Any other nationally recognized body or agency authorized by law to accredit or approve such programs.

7. An educational institution or agency that administers a training program shall: (a) Develop or approve the curriculum for training provided in its service district; (b) Manage the training program; and (c) Work with medical and other facilities to carry out the requirements of paragraphs (a) and (b).
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 633.625 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 633 / Section 633.625
Submission of fingerprints required upon initiation of disciplinary action; effect of noncompliance; additional grounds for disciplinary action
Status: in_force

1. Any licensee against whom the Board initiates disciplinary action pursuant to this chapter shall, within 30 days after the licensee's receipt of notification of the initiation of the disciplinary action, submit to the Board a complete set of fingerprints and written permission authorizing the Board to forward the fingerprints to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for its report.

2. The knowing or willful failure of a licensee to comply with the requirements of subsection 1 constitutes additional grounds for disciplinary action and the revocation of the license of the licensee.

3. The Board has additional grounds for initiating disciplinary action against a licensee if the report from the Federal Bureau of Investigation indicates that the licensee has been convicted of: (a) An act that is a ground for disciplinary action pursuant to NRS 633.511 ; or (b) A felony set forth in NRS 633.741 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 644A.855 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 644A / Section 644A.855
Temporary suspension of license or certificate of registration for prostitution or other sexual offense; cease and desist order; duration of suspension; request for hearing; final decision
Status: in_force

1. If the holder of a license or certificate of registration to operate a cosmetological establishment or a facility in which threading is conducted or any other licensee or a holder of a certificate of registration issued pursuant to this chapter is charged with or cited for prostitution in violation of NRS 201.353 or 201.354 or any other sexual offense, the appropriate law enforcement agency shall report the charge or citation to the Executive Director of the Board. Upon receiving such a report, the Executive Director shall immediately forward the report to the Board or the Chair of the Board. The Board must meet as soon as practicable to consider the report. If the Board finds that the health, safety or welfare of the public imperatively require emergency action and issues a cease and desist order, the Executive Director shall immediately send the cease and desist order by certified mail to the licensee or holder of the certificate of registration. The temporary suspension of the license or certificate of registration is effective immediately after the licensee or holder of the certificate of registration receives notice of the cease and desist order and must not exceed 15 business days. The licensee or holder of the certificate of registration may file a written request for a hearing to challenge the necessity of the temporary suspension. The written request must be filed not later than 10 business days after the date on which the Executive Director mails the cease and desist order. If the licensee or holder of the certificate of registration: (a) Files a timely written request for a hearing, the Board shall extend the temporary suspension until a hearing is held. The Board shall hold a hearing and render a final decision regarding the necessity of the temporary suspension as promptly as is practicable but not later than 15 business days after the date on which the Board receives the written request. After holding such a hearing, the Board may extend the period of the temporary suspension if the Board finds, for good cause shown, that such action is necessary to protect the health, safety or welfare of the public pending proceedings for disciplinary action. (b) Does not file a timely written request for a hearing and the Board wants to consider extending the period of the temporary suspension, the Board shall schedule a hearing and notify the licensee or holder of the certificate of registration immediately by certified mail of the date of the hearing. The hearing must be held and a final decision rendered regarding whether to extend the period of the temporary suspension as promptly as is practicable but not later than 15 business days after the date on which the Executive Director mails the cease and desist order. After holding such a hearing, the Board may extend the period of the temporary suspension if the Board finds, for good cause shown, that such action is necessary to protect the health, safety or welfare of the public pending proceedings for disciplinary action.

2. For purposes of this section, a person is deemed to have notice of a temporary suspension of his or her license or certificate of registration: (a) On the date on which the notice is personally delivered to the person; or (b) If the notice is mailed, 3 days after the date on which the notice is mailed by certified mail to the last known business or residential address of the person.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 622A.350 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 622A / Section 622A.350
Effect of failure to appear
Status: in_force

1. If a party fails to appear at a scheduled hearing and a continuance has not been scheduled or granted, any party who is present at the hearing may make an offer of proof that the absent party was given sufficient legal notice. Upon a determination by the regulatory body or hearing panel or officer that the absent party was given sufficient legal notice, the regulatory body or hearing panel or officer may proceed to consider and dispose of the case without the participation of the absent party.

2. If the licensee fails to appear at a hearing, the regulatory body or hearing panel or officer may accept the allegations against the licensee in the charging document as true.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 651.075 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 651 / Section 651.075
Rights, duties and liabilities of persons training or accompanied by service animal, service animal in training or police dog; unlawful acts; rights of place of accommodation; unmuzzled service animal may not be presumed dangerous; exception for miniature horse under certain circumstances; person subject to same conditions and limitations as others; remedies
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 5 and NRS 644A.940 , it is unlawful for a place of public accommodation to: (a) Refuse admittance or service to a person with a disability because the person is accompanied by a service animal. (b) Refuse admittance or service to a person who is training a service animal because the person is accompanied by a service animal in training. (c) Refuse to permit an employee of the place of public accommodation who is training a service animal to bring the service animal in training into: (1) The place of public accommodation; or (2) Any area within the place of public accommodation to which employees of the place of public accommodation have access, regardless of whether the area is open to the public. (d) Refuse admittance or service to a person because the person is accompanied by a police dog. (e) Charge an additional fee or deposit for a service animal, service animal in training or a police dog as a condition of access to the place of public accommodation. (f) Require proof that an animal is a service animal or service animal in training.

2. A place of public accommodation may: (a) Ask a person accompanied by an animal: (1) If the animal is a service animal or service animal in training; and (2) What tasks the animal is trained to perform or is being trained to perform. (b) Ask a person to remove a service animal or service animal in training if the animal: (1) Is out of control and the person accompanying the animal fails to take effective action to control it; or (2) Poses a direct threat to the health or safety of others.

3. A service animal may not be presumed dangerous by reason of the fact it is not muzzled.

4. This section does not relieve: (a) A person with a disability who is accompanied by a service animal or a person who is accompanied by a service animal in training from liability for damage caused by the service animal or service animal in training. (b) A person who is accompanied by a police dog from liability for damage caused by the police dog.

5. A place of public accommodation is not required to comply with the provisions of subsection 1 with regard to a service animal or service animal in training that is a miniature horse if the place of public accommodation determines that it is not reasonable to comply, using the assessment factors set forth in 28 C.F.R. § 36.302 .

6. Persons with disabilities who are accompanied by service animals are subject to the same conditions and limitations that apply to persons who are not so disabled and accompanied.

7. Persons who are accompanied by police dogs are subject to the same conditions and limitations that apply to persons who are not so accompanied.

8. A person who violates paragraph (e) of subsection 1 is civilly liable to the person against whom the violation was committed for: (a) Actual damages; (b) Such punitive damages as may be determined by a jury, or by a court sitting without a jury, which must not be more than three times the amount of actual damages, except that in no case may the punitive damages be less than $750; and (c) Reasonable attorney's fees as determined by the court.

9. The remedies provided in this section are nonexclusive and are in addition to any other remedy provided by law, including, without limitation, any action for injunctive or other equitable relief available to the aggrieved person or brought in the name of the people of this State or the United States.

10. As used in this section: (a) “ Police dog ” means a dog which is owned by a state or local governmental agency and which is used by a peace officer in performing his or her duties as a peace officer. (b) “Service animal” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 426.097 . (c) “Service animal in training” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 426.099 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 637B.243 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 637B / Section 637B.243
Audiograms for use of physician or member of related profession
Status: in_force

A hearing aid specialist or dispensing audiologist, upon request by a physician or a member of a related profession specified by the Board, may make audiograms for the physician's or member's use in consultation with a person who suffers from impaired hearing.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 646.030 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 646 / Section 646.030
Reports of transactions and suspected stolen property to sheriffs and chiefs of police
Status: in_force

1. Every pawnbroker doing business in any unincorporated town shall, before 12 m. of each day, furnish in duplicate to the sheriff of the county a full, true and correct transcript of the record of all transactions had on the preceding day.

2. Every pawnbroker doing business in any incorporated city shall, before 12 m. of each day, furnish in duplicate to the chief of police thereof, a full, true and correct transcript of the record of all transactions had on the preceding day.

3. Every pawnbroker doing business in an unincorporated town or in an incorporated city having good cause to believe that any property in his or her possession has been previously lost or stolen shall forthwith report such fact to the sheriff or chief of police, respectively, together with the name of the owner if known, and the date when, and the name of the person from whom, the same was received by the pawnbroker.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 655.010 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 655 / Section 655.010
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in NRS 655.020 to 655.060 , inclusive, have the meanings ascribed to them in such sections.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 629.093 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 629 / Section 629.093
Provider of health care authorized to use credit for continuing education relating to Alzheimer's disease or human immunodeficiency virus toward continuing education requirements; limitations
Status: in_force

Unless a specific statute or regulation requires or authorizes a greater number of hours, a provider of health care may use credit earned for continuing education relating to Alzheimer's disease or the stigma, discrimination and unrecognized bias toward persons who have acquired or are at a high risk of acquiring human immunodeficiency virus in place of not more than 2 hours each year of the continuing education that the provider of health care is required to complete, other than any continuing education relating to ethics that the provider of health care is required to complete.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 642.367 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 642 / Section 642.367
Direct cremation facilities: Permit required for operation; separate permit required for each facility
Status: in_force

1. The owner of a direct cremation facility located in this State shall not operate or allow another person to operate the facility unless the owner holds a valid permit issued by the Board to operate the direct cremation facility.

2. If a person owns more than one direct cremation facility, the person must submit an application and obtain a permit for the operation of each direct cremation facility that he or she owns that is located in this State.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 630A.560 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 630A / Section 630A.560
Prosecution of violators; employment of investigators and other assistants
Status: in_force

In a manner consistent with the provisions of chapter 622A of NRS , the Board is authorized to prosecute all persons guilty of violation of the provisions of this chapter and may employ investigators and such other assistants as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter and chapter 622A of NRS , but any expenses so incurred must not be paid out of the State General Fund.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 633.581 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 633 / Section 633.581
Summary suspension of license: Issuance of order; hearing; reinstatement of license required if no formal complaint pending on date of hearing; limitation on time for completing examination
Status: in_force

1. If an investigation by the Board of an osteopathic physician, physician assistant or anesthesiologist assistant reasonably determines that the health, safety or welfare of the public or any patient served by the osteopathic physician, physician assistant or anesthesiologist assistant is at risk of imminent or continued harm, the Board may summarily suspend the license of the licensee pending the conclusion of a hearing to consider a formal complaint against the licensee. The order of summary suspension may be issued only by the Board or an investigative committee of the Board.

2. If the Board or an investigative committee of the Board issues an order summarily suspending the license of a licensee pursuant to subsection 1, the Board shall hold a hearing not later than 60 days after the date on which the order is issued, unless the Board and the licensee mutually agree to a longer period, to determine whether a reasonable basis exists to continue the suspension of the license pending the conclusion of a hearing to consider a formal complaint against the licensee. If no formal complaint against the licensee is pending before the Board on the date on which a hearing is held pursuant to this section, the Board shall reinstate the license of the licensee.

3. Notwithstanding the provisions of chapter 622A of NRS , if the Board or an investigative committee of the Board issues an order summarily suspending the license of an osteopathic physician, physician assistant or anesthesiologist assistant pursuant to subsection 1 and the Board requires the licensee to submit to a mental or physical examination or a medical competency examination, the examination must be conducted and the results must be obtained not later than 30 days after the order is issued.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 623A.230 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 623A / Section 623A.230
Notification of Executive Director upon change of address or if certificate of registration is lost, stolen, destroyed or mutilated; duplicate certificate of registration; regulations
Status: in_force

1. A holder of a certificate of registration shall notify the Executive Director in writing of any change of address of his or her business or residence and if the certificate of registration has been lost, stolen, destroyed or mutilated.

2. The Executive Director shall issue a duplicate certificate of registration in accordance with regulations established by the Board upon application and payment of the fee for replacement of a certificate of registration prescribed by the Board pursuant to the provisions of NRS 623A.240 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 624.855 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 624 / Section 624.855
“Work concerning a residential photovoltaic system used to produce electricity” and “work” defined
Status: in_force

1. “ Work concerning a residential photovoltaic system used to produce electricity ” or “ work ” means any of the following acts: (a) The construction, repair, maintenance, restoration, alteration or improvement of any photovoltaic system used to produce or store electricity on the customer's side of an electric meter on a single-family residence, including, without limitation, the repair or replacement of existing equipment or the installation of new equipment, as necessary; or (b) Any activity for the supervision concerning such work.

2. The scope of such work includes the installation, alteration and repair of photovoltaic cells, batteries, inverters and storage systems used in the conversion of solar energy into electricity and the storage of that electricity on the customer's side of an electric meter on a single-family residence.

3. The term does not include: (a) Education regarding solar photovoltaics; (b) Energy audits; or (c) The advertising or solicitation of such work.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 652.210 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 652 / Section 652.210
Manipulation of persons for collection of specimens; authorized practices of technical personnel
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2 and NRS 126.121 and 652.186 , no person other than a licensed physician, a licensed optometrist, a licensed practical nurse, a registered nurse, a perfusionist, a physician assistant licensed pursuant to chapter 630 or 633 of NRS , a certified advanced emergency medical technician, a certified paramedic, a practitioner of respiratory care licensed pursuant to chapter 630 of NRS , a licensed anesthesiologist assistant, a licensed dentist or a registered pharmacist may manipulate a person for the collection of specimens. The persons described in this subsection may perform any laboratory test which is classified as a waived test pursuant to Subpart A of Part 493 of Title 42 of the Code of Federal Regulations without obtaining certification as an assistant in a medical laboratory pursuant to NRS 652.127 .

2. The technical personnel of a laboratory may collect blood, remove stomach contents, perform certain diagnostic skin tests or field blood tests or collect material for smears and cultures.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 640C.760 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 640C / Section 640C.760
Confidentiality of certain records of Board; exceptions
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in this section and NRS 239.0115 , a complaint filed with the Board, all documents and other information filed with the complaint and all documents and other information compiled as a result of an investigation conducted to determine whether to initiate disciplinary action against a person are confidential, unless the person submits a written statement to the Board requesting that such documents and information be made public records.

2. The charging documents filed with the Board to initiate disciplinary action and all documents and information considered by the Board when determining whether to impose discipline are public records.

3. The provisions of this section do not prohibit the Board from communicating or cooperating with or providing any documents or other information to any other licensing board or any other federal, state or local agency that is investigating a person, including, without limitation, a law enforcement agency.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 639.268 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 639 / Section 639.268
Purchase of controlled substances, poisons, dangerous drugs and devices by practitioner; acquisition of controlled substances and dangerous drugs directly from outsourcing facility; sale of controlled substances or dangerous drugs to persons or agencies which provide emergency care; records; regulations
Status: in_force

1. A practitioner may purchase supplies of controlled substances, poisons, dangerous drugs and devices from a pharmacy by: (a) Making an oral order to the pharmacy or transmitting an oral order through his or her agent, except an order for a controlled substance in schedule II; or (b) If the order is for a controlled substance, presenting to the pharmacy a written order signed by the practitioner which contains his or her registration number issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration.

2. Any person or entity authorized to dispense controlled substances and dangerous drugs, including, without limitation, a pharmacy, institutional pharmacy or practitioner, may: (a) Purchase or otherwise acquire controlled substances and dangerous drugs compounded or repackaged by an outsourcing facility directly from the outsourcing facility without an order from a practitioner other than, where applicable, the practitioner purchasing or acquiring the controlled substance or dangerous drug; and (b) Administer and dispense controlled substances and dangerous drugs purchased or acquired pursuant to paragraph (a) to the same extent as controlled substances and dangerous drugs acquired through other authorized means.

3. A hospital pharmacy or a pharmacy designated for this purpose by a county health officer in a county whose population is 100,000 or more, or by a district health officer in any county within its jurisdiction or, in the absence of either, by the Chief Medical Officer or his or her designated medical director of emergency medical services, may sell to a person or agency described in subsection 4 supplies of controlled substances to stock the ambulances or other authorized vehicles of such a person or agency or replenish the stock if: (a) The person or agency is registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration pursuant to 21 C.F.R. Part 1301 ; (b) The person in charge of the controlled substances is: (1) A paramedic appropriately certified by the health authority; (2) A registered nurse licensed by the State Board of Nursing; or (3) A person who holds equivalent certification or licensure issued by another state; and (c) Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph, the purchase order is countersigned by a physician or initiated by an oral order and may be made by the person or agency or transmitted by an agent of such a person or agency. An order for a controlled substance listed in schedule II must be made pursuant to NRS 453.251 .

4. A pharmacy, institutional pharmacy or other person licensed by the Board to furnish controlled substances and dangerous drugs may sell to: (a) The holder of a permit issued pursuant to the provisions of NRS 450B.200 or 450B.210 ; (b) The holder of a permit issued by another state which is substantially similar to a permit issued pursuant to the provisions of NRS 450B.200 or 450B.210 ; and (c) An agency of the Federal Government that provides emergency care or transportation and is registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration pursuant to 21 C.F.R. Part 1301 .

5. A pharmacy, institutional pharmacy, outsourcing facility or other person licensed by the Board to furnish dangerous drugs who sells supplies pursuant to this section shall maintain a record of each sale which must contain: (a) The date of sale; (b) The name, address and signature of the purchaser or the person receiving the delivery; (c) The name of the dispensing pharmacist, where applicable; (d) The name and address of the authorizing practitioner, where applicable; and (e) The name, strength and quantity of each drug sold.

6. A pharmacy, institutional pharmacy or other person licensed by the Board to furnish dangerous drugs who supplies the initial stock for an ambulance or other emergency vehicle shall comply with any applicable regulations adopted by the State Board of Health, or a district board of health, pursuant to NRS 450B.120 .

7. The Board shall adopt regulations regarding the records a pharmacist shall keep of any purchase made pursuant to this section.

8. As used in this section: (a) “ Compounding ” includes, without limitation, the combining, admixing, mixing, pooling, reconstituting or other altering of a drug or bulk drug substance, as defined in 21 C.F.R. § 207.3 , to create a drug. (b) “ Outsourcing facility ” means a manufacturer at one geographic location or address that: (1) Is engaged in the compounding of sterile or nonsterile drugs for use by humans; and (2) Has registered with the Secretary of Health and Human Services as an outsourcing facility pursuant to 21 U.S.C. § 353b .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 637B.010 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 637B / Section 637B.010
Legislative declaration
Status: in_force

The practice of audiology, the practice of speech-language pathology and the practice of fitting and dispensing hearing aids are hereby declared to be learned professions, affecting public safety and welfare and charged with the public interest, and are therefore subject to protection and regulation by the State.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645B.320 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645B / Section 645B.320
Copy of recorded deed of trust must be mailed to each investor
Status: in_force

If money from an investor is released to a debtor or the debtor's designee pursuant to subsection 2 of NRS 645B.175 upon completion of a loan secured by a lien on real property, the mortgage company that arranged the loan shall, not later than 3 business days after the date on which the mortgage company receives a copy of the recorded deed of trust, mail to the last known address of each investor who owns a beneficial interest in the loan a copy of the recorded deed of trust.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641A.330 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641A / Section 641A.330
Complaints: Filing; retention
Status: in_force

1. A complaint may be made against a licensee by an agency or inspector employed by the Board, any other licensee or any aggrieved person, charging one or more of the causes for which the license may be revoked or suspended with such particularity as to enable the defendant to prepare a defense thereto.

2. A complaint must be made in writing and signed and verified by the person making it. The original complaint and two copies must be filed with the Secretary-Treasurer.

3. The Board shall retain all complaints made pursuant to this section for at least 10 years, including, without limitation, any complaints not acted upon.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645.615 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645 / Section 645.615
Duty to report certain convictions and pleas to Division
Status: in_force

1. A licensee, property manager or owner-developer shall notify the Division in writing if he or she is convicted of, or enters a plea of guilty, guilty but mentally ill or nolo contendere to: (a) A felony relating to the practice of the licensee, property manager or owner-developer; or (b) Any crime involving fraud, deceit, misrepresentation or moral turpitude.

2. A licensee, property manager or owner-developer shall submit the notification required by subsection 1: (a) Not more than 10 days after the conviction or entry of the plea of guilty, guilty but mentally ill or nolo contendere; and (b) When submitting an application to renew a license, permit or registration issued pursuant to this chapter.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 648.085 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 648 / Section 648.085
Payment of child support: Submission of certain information by applicant; grounds for denial of license or registration; duty of Board
Status: in_force

<See notes for changes to this section effective under certain conditions.>

1. In addition to any other requirements set forth in this chapter: (a) A natural person who applies for the issuance of a license or registration issued pursuant to this chapter shall include the social security number of the applicant in the application submitted to the Board. (b) A natural person who applies for the issuance or renewal of a license or registration issued pursuant to this chapter shall submit to the Board the statement prescribed by the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services of the Department of Health and Human Services pursuant to NRS 425.520 . The statement must be completed and signed by the applicant.

2. The Board shall include the statement required pursuant to subsection 1 in: (a) The application or any other forms that must be submitted for the issuance or renewal of the license or registration; or (b) A separate form prescribed by the Board.

3. A license or registration may not be issued or renewed by the Board pursuant to this chapter if the applicant is a natural person who: (a) Fails to submit the statement required pursuant to subsection 1; or (b) Indicates on the statement submitted pursuant to subsection 1 that the applicant is subject to a court order for the support of a child and is not in compliance with the order or a plan approved by the district attorney or other public agency enforcing the order for the repayment of the amount owed pursuant to the order.

4. If an applicant indicates on the statement submitted pursuant to subsection 1 that the applicant is subject to a court order for the support of a child and is not in compliance with the order or a plan approved by the district attorney or other public agency enforcing the order for the repayment of the amount owed pursuant to the order, the Board shall advise the applicant to contact the district attorney or other public agency enforcing the order to determine the actions that the applicant may take to satisfy the arrearage.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645C.330 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645C / Section 645C.330
Standards for education and experience required for certificate or license; regulations
Status: in_force

The Commission shall adopt regulations that prescribe the standards for education and experience required for the issuance of a certificate or license. Until the Commission adopts those regulations, the standards are as follows:

1. An applicant for a license as a residential appraiser must furnish proof satisfactory to the Commission that the applicant has successfully completed: (a) Not less than 90 hours of academic instruction in subjects related to appraisals taught in courses approved by the Commission; and (b) At least 2 years of experience working full-time as an appraiser or intern.

2. An applicant for a certificate as a residential appraiser must furnish proof satisfactory to the Commission that the applicant has successfully completed: (a) Not less than 120 hours of academic instruction in subjects related to appraisal taught in courses approved by the Commission; and (b) At least 2 years of experience working full-time as an appraiser or intern, including not less than 500 hours of experience relating to complex property.

3. An applicant for a certificate as a general appraiser must furnish proof satisfactory to the Commission that the applicant has successfully completed: (a) Not less than 180 hours of academic instruction in subjects related to appraisals taught in courses approved by the Commission; and (b) At least 3 years of experience working full-time as an appraiser or intern.

As used in this section, an “ hour of academic instruction ” means at least 50 minutes of actual time spent receiving instruction.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641B.260 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641B / Section 641B.260
Investigations and hearings related to applications for licensure; grounds for denial of license
Status: in_force

1. The Board may hold hearings and conduct investigations into any matter related to an application for licensure. The Board may require the presentation of evidence.

2. The Board may refuse to issue a license to an applicant if the applicant: (a) Is not of good moral character as it relates to the practice of social work; (b) Has submitted any false credential to the Board; (c) Has been disciplined in another state in connection with the practice of social work or a related profession or has committed any act in another state which is a violation of this chapter; (d) Has committed an act that constitutes grounds for initiating disciplinary action pursuant to NRS 641B.400 ; (e) Has entered a plea of guilty, guilty but mentally ill or nolo contendere to, been found guilty or guilty but mentally ill of, or been convicted, in this State or any other jurisdiction, of a crime arising out of, in connection with or related to the activities of such a person in such a manner as to demonstrate his or her unfitness to engage in social work, and the time for appeal has elapsed or the judgment of conviction has been affirmed on appeal; or (f) Fails to comply with any other requirements for licensure.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645C.470 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645C / Section 645C.470
Unprofessional conduct of certified or licensed appraiser or registered intern
Status: in_force

A certified or licensed appraiser or registered intern is guilty of unprofessional conduct if he or she:

1. Willfully uses a trade name, service mark or insigne indicating membership in an organization for appraisers of which he or she is not a member;

2. Violates any order of the Commission, agreement with the Division, provision of this chapter or provision of any regulation adopted pursuant to this chapter;

3. Fails to disclose to any person with whom he or she is dealing any material fact or other information he or she knows, or in the exercise of reasonable care and diligence should know, concerning or relating to any real estate he or she appraises, including any interest he or she has in the real estate;

4. Knowingly communicates a false or fraudulent appraisal to any interested person or otherwise engages in any deceitful, fraudulent or dishonest conduct;

5. Prepares or provides or enters into a contract to prepare or provide an appraisal if his or her compensation is based partially or entirely on, or is otherwise affected by, the amount of the appraised value of the real estate;

6. Before obtaining a license or registration card, engaged in any conduct of which the Division is not aware that would be a ground for the denial of a certificate, license or registration card; or

7. Makes a false statement of material fact on his or her application.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 639.0145 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 639 / Section 639.0145
“Refill” defined
Status: in_force

“Refill” means to fill again.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 624.602 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 624 / Section 624.602
Required disclosure and provision of builder’s warranty to purchaser by licensee who completes construction of new, single-family residence
Status: in_force

1. A licensee who completes construction of a new, single-family residence shall provide to the purchaser of the residence: (a) A separate, single-page disclosure describing the rights of the purchaser under this chapter, including, without limitation, the right to file a complaint pursuant to NRS 624.480 seeking recovery from the account established pursuant to NRS 624.470 ; and (b) A builder's warranty that meets the requirements of this section.

2. A builder's warranty provided by a licensee pursuant to this section must: (a) Be in writing. (b) Be valid for a period of at least 1 year from the date of completion of a written punch list. As used in this paragraph, “ punch list ” means a list of any materials or work describing incomplete or incorrect installations or incidental damage to existing finishes, material and structures that do not conform to the specifications of the contract or the requirements of subsection 1 of NRS 624.3017 . (c) Contain terms that include, without limitation, warrantying all home systems, workmanship, materials, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems, appliances installed by contractors, fixtures, equipment and structural components, unless a separate warranty is provided by the manufacturer or installer of such a product, component or system. (d) Be transferable to a subsequent purchaser of the residence. (e) Not be deemed, construed or interpreted to constitute a waiver or release of any other warranty from the licensee provided by contract or otherwise available under the laws of this State.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645.575 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645 / Section 645.575
Continuing education: Standards; renewal or reinstatement of license; regulations
Status: in_force

1. The Commission shall adopt regulations that prescribe the standards for the continuing education of persons licensed pursuant to this chapter.

2. The standards adopted pursuant to subsection 1 must: (a) Require a minimum of 36 hours of continuing education; and (b) Permit alternatives of subject material, taking cognizance of specialized areas of practice and alternatives in sources of programs considering availability in area and time. The standards must include, where qualified, generally accredited educational institutions, private vocational schools, educational programs and seminars of professional societies and organizations, other organized educational programs on technical subjects, or equivalent offerings. The Commission shall qualify only those educational courses that it determines address the appropriate subject matter and are given by an accredited university or community college. Subject to the provisions of this section, the Commission has exclusive authority to determine what is an appropriate subject matter for qualification as a continuing education course.

3. In addition to any other standards for continuing education that the Commission adopts by regulation pursuant to this section, the Commission: (a) Shall, without limitation, adopt by regulation standards for continuing education that set forth certain mandatory subject matter which must be completed by every person who is licensed as a real estate broker, real estate broker-salesperson or real estate salesperson. Standards which are adopted pursuant to this section must authorize a person who is 65 years of age or older to apply to the Division for an exemption from any requirement to complete continuing education other than the mandatory subject matter which is set forth in regulations adopted pursuant to this paragraph if the person has been licensed in good standing as a real estate broker, real estate broker-salesperson or real estate salesperson in this State for 30 years or longer at the time of his or her application for an exemption. (b) May, without limitation, adopt by regulation standards for continuing education that: (1) Establish a postlicensing curriculum of continuing education which must be completed by a person within the first year immediately after the initial licensing of the person. (2) Require a person whose license as a real estate broker or real estate broker-salesperson has been placed on inactive status for any reason for 1 year or more or has been suspended or revoked to complete a course of instruction in broker management that is designed to fulfill the educational requirements for issuance of a license which are described in paragraph (e) of subsection 2 of NRS 645.343 , before the person's license is reissued or reinstated.

4. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection and regulations adopted pursuant to paragraph (a) of subsection 3, the license of a real estate broker, broker-salesperson or salesperson must not be renewed or reinstated unless the Administrator finds that the applicant for the renewal license or for reinstatement to active status has completed the continuing education required by this chapter. Any amendment or repeal of a regulation does not operate to prevent an applicant from complying with this section for the next licensing period following the amendment or repeal.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 648.063 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 648 / Section 648.063
Single act for which license is required is violation; exception
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, an unlicensed person who performs a single act for which a license is required has engaged in the business for which the license is required and, unless exempt from licensing or performing an investigation pursuant to NRS 253.220 , has violated NRS 648.060 .

2. A natural person who serves legal process must not be deemed to be engaged in the business of a process server and the provisions of this chapter relating to process servers, including, without limitation, the requirement to obtain a license to engage in the business of a process server pursuant to NRS 648.060 , do not apply to the natural person, if the natural person serves legal process: (a) Without compensation; (b) On behalf of a litigant who is a natural person and is not a business entity; and (c) Not more than three times each calendar year.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 640A.220 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 640A / Section 640A.220
Confidentiality of certain records of Board; exceptions; retention of complaints
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in this section and NRS 239.0115 , a complaint filed with the Board, all documents and other information filed with the complaint and all documents and other information compiled as a result of an investigation conducted to determine whether to initiate disciplinary action against a person are confidential, unless the person submits a written statement to the Board requesting that such documents and information be made public records.

2. The charging documents filed with the Board to initiate disciplinary action pursuant to chapter 622A of NRS and all documents and information considered by the Board when determining whether to impose discipline are public records.

3. The Board shall, to the extent feasible, communicate or cooperate with or provide any documents or other information to any other licensing board or any other agency that is investigating a person, including, without limitation, a law enforcement agency.

4. The Board shall retain all complaints filed with the Board for at least 10 years, including, without limitation, any complaints not acted upon.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641.010 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641 / Section 641.010
Legislative declaration
Status: in_force

The practice of psychology is hereby declared to be a learned profession, affecting public safety, health and welfare and subject to regulation to protect the public from the practice of psychology by unqualified persons and from unprofessional conduct by persons licensed to practice psychology.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 640E.090 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 640E / Section 640E.090
Applicability of chapter
Status: in_force

1. The provisions of this chapter do not apply to: (a) Any person who is licensed or registered in this State as a physician pursuant to chapter 630, 630A or 633 of NRS , dentist, nurse, dispensing optician, optometrist, occupational therapist, practitioner of respiratory care, physical therapist, podiatric physician, psychologist, marriage and family therapist, chiropractic physician, naprapath, athletic trainer, massage therapist, reflexologist, structural integration practitioner, perfusionist, doctor of Oriental medicine in any form, medical laboratory director or technician or pharmacist who: (1) Practices within the scope of that license or registration; (2) Does not represent that he or she is a licensed dietitian or registered dietitian; and (3) Provides nutrition information incidental to the practice for which he or she is licensed or registered. (b) A student enrolled in an educational program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, or its successor organization, if the student engages in the practice of dietetics under the supervision of a licensed dietitian or registered dietitian as part of that educational program. (c) A registered dietitian employed by the Armed Forces of the United States, the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or any division or department of the Federal Government in the discharge of his or her official duties, including, without limitation, the practice of dietetics or providing nutrition services. (d) A person who furnishes nutrition information, provides recommendations or advice concerning nutrition, or markets food, food materials or dietary supplements and provides nutrition information, recommendations or advice related to that marketing, if the person does not represent that he or she is a licensed dietitian or registered dietitian. While performing acts described in this paragraph, a person shall be deemed not to be engaged in the practice of dietetics or the providing of nutrition services. (e) A person who provides services relating to weight loss or weight control through a program reviewed by and in consultation with a licensed dietitian or physician or a dietitian licensed or registered in another state which has equivalent licensure requirements as this State, as long as the person does not change the services or program without the approval of the person with whom he or she is consulting.

2. As used in this section, “ nutrition information ” means information relating to the principles of nutrition and the effect of nutrition on the human body, including, without limitation: (a) Food preparation; (b) Food included in a normal daily diet; (c) Essential nutrients required by the human body and recommended amounts of essential nutrients, based on nationally established standards; (d) The effect of nutrients on the human body and the effect of deficiencies in or excess amounts of nutrients in the human body; and (e) Specific foods or supplements that are sources of essential nutrients.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 633.452 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 633 / Section 633.452
Rendering of emergency care in emergency or disaster without supervision of osteopathic physician
Status: in_force

1. A physician assistant licensed under the provisions of this chapter who is responding to a need for medical care created by an emergency or disaster, as declared by an applicable governmental entity, may render emergency care that is directly related to the emergency or disaster without the supervision of an osteopathic physician, as required by this chapter. The provisions of this subsection apply only for the duration of the emergency or disaster.

2. An osteopathic physician who supervises a physician assistant who is rendering emergency care that is directly related to an emergency or disaster, as described in subsection 1, shall not be required to meet the requirements set forth in this chapter for such supervision.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 630.344 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 630 / Section 630.344
Service of process; publication of notice
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, service of process under this chapter must be made on a licensee personally, or by registered or certified mail with return receipt requested addressed to the licensee at his or her last known address. If personal service cannot be made and if notice by mail is returned undelivered, the President or Secretary-Treasurer of the Board shall cause notice to be published once a week for 4 consecutive weeks in a newspaper published in the county of the last known address of the licensee or, if no newspaper is published in that county, then in a newspaper widely distributed in that county.

2. In lieu of the methods of service of process set forth in subsection 1, if the Board obtains written consent from the licensee, service of process under this chapter may be made by electronic mail on the licensee at an electronic mail address designated by the licensee in the written consent.

3. Proof of service of process or publication of notice made under this chapter must be filed with the Board and may be recorded in the minutes of the Board.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 656.180 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 656 / Section 656.180
Court reporters: Qualifications of applicant
Status: in_force

An applicant for a certificate of registration as a certified court reporter is entitled to a certificate if the applicant:

1. Is at least 18 years of age;

2. Is of good moral character;

3. Has not been convicted of a felony relating to the practice of court reporting;

4. Has a high school education or its equivalent;

5. Satisfactorily passes: (a) An examination administered by the Board pursuant to NRS 656.160 ; and (b) One of the examinations described in paragraph (b) of subsection 2 of NRS 656.170 ;

6. Pays the requisite fees; and

7. Submits all information required to complete an application for a certificate of registration.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 634.1362 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 634 / Section 634.1362
Duties concerning compliance with laws pertaining to practice of chiropractic, medical records and notification of dissolution or closing of facility
Status: in_force

A business entity that is registered to provide chiropractic services pursuant to NRS 634.136 shall:

1. Ensure that all chiropractic physicians and chiropractic assistants who provide chiropractic services in any facility owned or operated by the business entity comply with the provisions of this chapter or the regulations adopted by the Board, and any other statute or regulation pertaining to the practice of chiropractic;

2. Establish a written policy and procedure for the secure storage and transfer of the medical records of a patient and the access to those records by the patient. The policy and procedure must include procedures for: (a) Notifying each patient of the location to which his or her medical records will be moved if the business entity ceases operations, is sold or ceases maintaining medical records at the facility where the medical records are currently maintained: (b) Disposing of unclaimed medical records; and (c) Responding to a request by a patient or a representative of the patient for any copy of his or her medical records within the time period prescribed by NRS 629.061 .

3. Not later than 30 days after the dissolution of the business entity or the closing of any facility owned or operated by the business entity, notify the Board of the dissolution or closure and the procedure by which a patient of the business entity may obtain his or her medical records.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 637.086 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 637 / Section 637.086
Immunity from civil liability
Status: in_force

The Board and any of its members, staff and employees are immune from civil liability for any act performed in good faith and without malicious intent or gross negligence in the execution of any duties pursuant to this chapter.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 636.303 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 636 / Section 636.303
Unethical or unprofessional conduct: Use of pharmaceutical agent for treatment; repeated malpractice
Status: in_force

The following acts, among others, constitute unethical or unprofessional conduct:

1. Using any pharmaceutical agent for the purpose of treatment which the licensee is authorized to use only for the purpose of diagnosis.

2. Repeated malpractice, which may be evidenced by claims of malpractice settled against a practitioner.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 648.146 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 648 / Section 648.146
Licenses: Forfeiture of license; reinstatement; fee
Status: in_force

If a licensee fails to renew his or her license within the time fixed by NRS 648.144 , the license is automatically forfeited, but may be reinstated within 30 days after the date of the forfeiture upon his or her compliance with the regulations of the Board, his or her submission of an application and all information required to complete the application and payment of a reinstatement fee of $100. Reinstatement of a forfeited license does not prohibit the bringing of disciplinary proceedings for any act committed during the period of forfeiture.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 642.555 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 642 / Section 642.555
Actions and remedies cumulative and not exclusive
Status: in_force

1. The actions and remedies authorized by this chapter are cumulative.

2. When an agency or officer elects to take a particular action or pursue a particular remedy authorized by this chapter or another specific statute, that election is not exclusive and does not preclude the agency or officer or another agency or officer from taking any other actions or pursuing any other remedies authorized by this chapter or another specific statute.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 638.073 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 638 / Section 638.073
Administration of oaths
Status: in_force

The President of the Board, or in the President’s absence, the Vice President, may administer oaths in the performance of his or her duties.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641D.300 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641D / Section 641D.300
Application and fee; investigation of applicant
Status: in_force

1. Each person desiring a license as a behavior analyst or assistant behavior analyst or registration as a registered behavior technician must: (a) Make application to the Board upon a form and in a manner prescribed by the Board. The application must be accompanied by the application fee prescribed by the Board pursuant to NRS 641D.380 and include all information required to complete the application. (b) As part of the application and at his or her own expense: (1) Arrange to have a complete set of fingerprints taken by a law enforcement agency or other authorized entity acceptable to the Board; and (2) Submit to the Board: (I) A complete set of fingerprints and written permission authorizing the Board to forward the fingerprints to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a report on the applicant's background, and to such other law enforcement agencies as the Board deems necessary for a report on the applicant's background; or (II) Written verification, on a form prescribed by the Board, stating that the set of fingerprints of the applicant was taken and directly forwarded electronically or by other means to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History and that the applicant provided written permission authorizing the law enforcement agency or other authorized entity taking the fingerprints to submit the fingerprints to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a report on the applicant's background, and to such other law enforcement agencies as the Board deems necessary for a report on the applicant's background.

2. The Board may: (a) Unless the applicant's fingerprints are directly forwarded pursuant to sub-subparagraph (II) of subparagraph (2) of paragraph (b) of subsection 1, submit those fingerprints to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and to such other law enforcement agencies as the Board deems necessary; and (b) Request from each agency to which the Board submits the fingerprints any information regarding the applicant's background as the Board deems necessary.

3. An application is not considered complete and received for purposes of evaluation pursuant to subsection 4 of NRS 641D.310 until the Board receives a complete set of fingerprints or verification that the fingerprints have been forwarded electronically or by other means to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History, and written authorization from the applicant pursuant to this section.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 632.0135 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 632 / Section 632.0135
“Certificate” defined
Status: in_force

“ Certificate ” means a document which authorizes a person to practice as a nursing assistant or medication aide - certified.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 623A.182 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 623A / Section 623A.182
Certificate to practice as landscape architect intern: Qualifications of applicant; application
Status: in_force

1. Any person who: (a) Is at least 21 years of age; (b) Is of good moral character; and (c) Has graduated from a school approved by the Board or has completed at least 4 years of work experience in the practice of landscape architecture in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board, may submit an application to the Board for a certificate to practice as a landscape architect intern.

2. The application must be submitted on a form furnished by the Board and include: (a) The applicable fees prescribed by the Board pursuant to the provisions of NRS 623A.240 ; and (b) All information required to complete the application.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 622.087 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 622 / Section 622.087
Equivalent credit towards satisfaction of requirements for issuance of license for completion of certain training programs: Determination; appeal; applicability to apprenticeship program; regulations
Status: in_force

1. A person who, in secondary or postsecondary education, completes a training program for occupational, vocational, career, trade or technical education approved by the State Board of Education and receives a certificate for the completion of that program is eligible to receive equivalent credit towards the satisfaction of requirements for the issuance of any license relating to the training received.

2. For a person to be eligible to receive equivalent credit pursuant to subsection 1, the secondary or postsecondary education received by the person pursuant to title 34 of NRS must be consistent with the requirements for the issuance of a license established pursuant to the provisions of this title and the regulations adopted pursuant thereto.

3. Any person aggrieved by a decision of a regulatory body concerning eligibility for equivalent credit pursuant to this section may appeal to the regulatory body for a determination of whether the training satisfies the requirements for a license. An appeal made pursuant to this subsection must be conducted as provided for the appeal of the denial of a license by that regulatory body.

4. Except as otherwise provided in a determination by the State Apprenticeship Council pursuant to NRS 610.175 , participation in, completion of or receipt of a certificate for completion of a training program for occupational, vocational, career, trade or technical education as described in this section is not a substitute for participation in or completion of a program of training and instruction as an apprentice pursuant to chapter 610 of NRS .

5. Each regulatory body shall adopt regulations to effectuate the purposes of this section.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 643.177 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 643 / Section 643.177
Conditions for operation of barber school: Signs; number of instructors and barber’s chairs; restrictions; charge for barbering services
Status: in_force

Any person who owns, manages, operates or controls any barber school, or part thereof:

1. Shall: (a) Display a sign that may be easily seen upon entering the barber school on which is printed in bold letters “Work Performed Exclusively by Students”; (b) Have at least: (1) One instructor on the premises of the barber school at all times if the active enrollment of the school is 20 students or less; (2) One additional instructor on the premises of the barber school for each 20 students enrolled in the school in excess of 20 students; (3) Two instructors available to provide instruction at all times; and (4) One barber's chair for each student present during instruction in the barber school; (c) Not allow a student to provide barbering services to members of the general public for more than 7 hours in a day or for more than 5 days in any 7-day period; (d) Not advertise that the barber school will charge for barbering services provided to members of the general public by students unless those barbering services are specifically advertised as services provided by students; and (e) Comply with all other provisions of this chapter relating to barber schools.

2. May charge for barbering services provided to a member of the general public by a student if the student performs those barbering services as part of the required course of study of the barber school.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 623.349 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 623 / Section 623.349
Formation of business organizations or associations with persons outside of field of practice or with unregistered or unlicensed persons: Conditions; limitations
Status: in_force

1. Architects, registered interior designers, residential designers, professional engineers and landscape architects may join or form a partnership, corporation, limited-liability company or other business organization or association with registrants and licensees outside of their field of practice, or with persons who are not registered or licensed, if control and two-thirds ownership of the business organization or association is held by persons registered or licensed in this State pursuant to the applicable provisions of this chapter, chapter 623A or 625 of NRS .

2. If a partnership, corporation, limited-liability company or other form of business organization or association wishes to practice pursuant to the provisions of this section, it must: (a) Demonstrate to the Board that it is in compliance with all provisions of this section. (b) Pay the fee for a certificate of registration pursuant to NRS 623.310 . (c) Qualify to do business in this State. (d) If it is a corporation, register with the Board and furnish to the Board a complete list of all stockholders when it first files with the Board and annually thereafter within 30 days after the annual meeting of the stockholders of the corporation, showing the number of shares held by each stockholder. (e) If it is a partnership, limited-liability company or other form of business organization or association, register with the Board and furnish to the Board such information analogous to that required by paragraph (d) as the Board may prescribe by regulation.

3. A partnership, corporation, limited-liability company or other form of business organization or association practicing under the provisions of this section may not perform, promote or advertise the services of a registrant or licensee unless that registrant or licensee is an owner of the business organization or association.

4. As used in this section, “control” means the direct or indirect possession of the power to direct or cause the direction of the management and policies of a business organization or association.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 630A.160 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 630A / Section 630A.160
Salary of members; per diem allowance and travel expenses of members and employees; payment of expenses; deposit of money received by Board; delegation of authority concerning disciplinary action; deposit of fines, court costs and attorney's fees; claim for attorney's fees or costs of investigation
Status: in_force

1. Out of the money coming into the possession of the Board, each member of the Board is entitled to receive: (a) A salary of not more than $150 per day, as fixed by the Board, while engaged in the business of the Board; and (b) A per diem allowance and travel expenses at a rate fixed by the Board, while engaged in the business of the Board. The rate must not exceed the rate provided for state officers and employees generally.

2. While engaged in the business of the Board, each employee of the Board is entitled to receive a per diem allowance and travel expenses at a rate fixed by the Board. The rate must not exceed the rate provided for state officers and employees generally.

3. Expenses of the Board and the expenses and salaries of the members and employees of the Board must be paid from the fees received by the Board pursuant to the provisions of this chapter. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 6, no part of the salaries or expenses of the members of the Board may be paid out of the State General Fund.

4. All money received by the Board must be deposited in financial institutions in this State that are federally insured or insured by a private insurer approved pursuant to NRS 672.755 .

5. In a manner consistent with the provisions of chapter 622A of NRS , the Board may delegate to a hearing officer or panel its authority to take any disciplinary action pursuant to this chapter, impose and collect administrative fines, court costs and attorney's fees therefor and deposit the money therefrom in financial institutions in this State that are federally insured or insured by a private insurer approved pursuant to NRS 672.755 .

6. If a hearing officer or panel is not authorized to take disciplinary action pursuant to subsection 5, the Board shall deposit the money collected from the imposition of administrative fines, court costs and attorney's fees with the State Treasurer for credit to the State General Fund. The Board may present a claim to the State Board of Examiners for recommendation to the Interim Finance Committee if money is needed to pay attorney's fees or the costs of an investigation, or both.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 643.050 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 643 / Section 643.050
Powers and duties
Status: in_force

1. The Board may: (a) Maintain offices in as many locations in this State as it finds necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter. (b) Employ attorneys, investigators and other professional consultants and clerical personnel necessary to the discharge of its duties. (c) Adopt regulations necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter.

2. The Board shall prescribe, by regulation, sanitary requirements for barbershops and barber schools.

3. Any member of the Board or its agents or assistants may enter and inspect any barbershop or barber school at any time during business hours or at any time when the practice of barbering or instruction in that practice is being carried on.

4. The Board shall keep a record of its proceedings relating to the issuance, refusal, renewal, suspension and revocation of licenses. The record must contain the name, place of business and residence of each licensed barber, licensed apprentice and instructor, and the date and number of the license. The record must be open to public inspection at all reasonable times.

5. The Board shall place on the Internet website maintained by the Board the budget of the Board and all financial reports prepared by the Board.

6. The Board may approve and, by official order, establish the days and hours when barbershops may remain open for business whenever agreements fixing such opening and closing hours have been signed and submitted to the Board by any organized and representative group of licensed barbers of at least 70 percent of the licensed barbers of any county. The Board may investigate the reasonableness and propriety of the hours fixed by such an agreement, as is conferred by the provisions of this chapter, and the Board may fix hours for any portion of a county.

7. The Board may adopt regulations governing the conduct of barber schools and the course of study of barber schools.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645C.703 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645C / Section 645C.703
Revocation or suspension of registration: Answer or default; limitations on time for commencement of proceeding
Status: in_force

1. The registrant must file an answer to the charges with the Commission not later than 30 days after service of the notice and other documents described in NRS 645C.702 . The answer must contain an admission or denial of the allegations contained in the complaint and any defense upon which the registrant will rely. If no answer is filed within the period described in this subsection, the Division may, after notice to the registrant is given in the manner provided in subsection 5 of NRS 645C.702 , move the Commission for the entry of a default against the registrant.

2. The answer may be served by delivery to the Commission, or by mailing the answer by certified mail to the principal office of the Division.

3. No proceeding to suspend or revoke a registration as an appraisal management company may be maintained unless it is commenced by giving notice to the registrant within 5 years after the commission or omission of the alleged grounds to suspend or revoke the registration as an appraisal management company, except that: (a) If the charges are based upon a misrepresentation or failure to disclose, the period does not commence until the discovery of facts which do or should lead to the discovery of the misrepresentation or failure to disclose; and (b) The period is suspended during the pendency of any action or proceeding, to which the Division, registrant or one of the affiliated appraisers of the registrant is a party, which involves the conduct of the registrant or the affiliated appraiser in a transaction to which the alleged grounds to suspend or revoke the registration are related.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 638.122 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 638 / Section 638.122
Veterinary technician: Application for license; qualifications; fee
Status: in_force

1. Any person who desires to secure a license as a veterinary technician must make written application to the Executive Director of the Board.

2. The application must be accompanied by satisfactory proof that the applicant: (a) Is of good moral character. (b) Has received a diploma conferring the degree of veterinary technician or its equivalent after having completed a college level course at a school approved by the Board. (c) Has furnished any other information required by the Board.

3. The application must be accompanied by: (a) A fee to be set by the Board in an amount not to exceed $500; and (b) All information required to complete the application.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 625.005 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 625 / Section 625.005
Purpose
Status: in_force

The purpose of this chapter is to safeguard life, health and property and to promote the public welfare by providing for the licensure of qualified and competent professional engineers and professional land surveyors.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 634.100 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 634 / Section 634.100
Payment of fee for application for license or certificate; passing scores on examination; reexamination
Status: in_force

1. An applicant for a license to practice chiropractic in this State must pay the required fee to the Secretary of the Board before the date of the examination.

2. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 622.090 : (a) For a written, closed-book examination which is administered in person by the Board, a score of 75 percent or higher in all subjects taken on the examination is a passing score. (b) For a written, open-book examination which is administered in person by the Board or an examination that is taken online, a score of 90 percent or higher in all subjects taken on the examination is a passing score.

3. If an applicant fails to pass the first examination, the applicant may take a second examination within 1 year without payment of any additional fees. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 622.090 , credit must be given on this examination for all subjects previously passed.

4. An applicant for a certificate as a chiropractic assistant must pay the required fee to the Secretary of the Board before the application may be considered.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 642.068 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 642 / Section 642.068
Fiscal year
Status: in_force

The Board shall operate on the basis of a fiscal year commencing on July 1 and terminating on June 30.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645.313 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645 / Section 645.313
Other financial accounts: Investigation and audit involving insolvency of broker or enforcement by Division; regulations governing scope of audit; grounds for disciplinary action
Status: in_force

1. The Division may investigate and audit all financial accounts related to the business of a real estate broker, regardless of whether it is a trust account, if the Division has reasonable cause to believe that the broker is using or has used the account to operate or carry on the broker's business and the Division: (a) Has reasonable cause to believe or has received a credible complaint that the real estate broker is insolvent or is in any financial condition or has engaged in any financial practice which creates a substantial risk of insolvency; or (b) Determines that the investigation and audit are reasonably necessary to assist the Division in administering or enforcing any other provision of this chapter or any other statute that the Division is charged with administering or enforcing.

2. The Commission shall adopt regulations prescribing the scope of an audit conducted pursuant to this section.

3. The Commission may take action pursuant to NRS 645.630 against: (a) Any real estate broker or other licensee who knowingly fails to cooperate or comply with or knowingly impedes or interferes with any investigation or audit conducted by the Division pursuant to this section; or (b) Any real estate broker who is insolvent or who is in any financial condition or has engaged in any financial practice which creates a substantial risk of insolvency.

4. As used in this section, “ insolvent ” or “ insolvency ” means a condition in which a real estate broker is unable to meet the liabilities of the broker's business as those liabilities become due in the regular course of the broker's business and which creates a substantial risk of harm to the public or a consumer.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 656A.040 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 656A / Section 656A.040
“Person who is deaf” defined
Status: in_force

“ Person who is deaf ” means a person who is not able to process information aurally and whose primary means of communication is visual.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 644A.480 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 644A / Section 644A.480
Examinations: Provision in English language; provision in Spanish language upon request; request for and determination regarding translated examination; fee
Status: in_force

1. The Board: (a) Shall provide examinations for licensure or registration as a cosmetologist, esthetician, advanced esthetician, hair designer, shampoo technologist, hair braider or nail technologist in English and, upon the request of an applicant for licensure or registration as a cosmetologist, esthetician, advanced esthetician, hair designer, shampoo technologist, hair braider or nail technologist, in Spanish; and (b) May provide examinations for licensure or registration as a cosmetologist, esthetician, advanced esthetician, hair designer, shampoo technologist, hair braider or nail technologist, in any other language upon the request of an applicant, if the Board determines that providing the examination in that language is in the best interests of the public.

2. A request for an examination for licensure or registration as a cosmetologist, esthetician, advanced esthetician, hair designer, shampoo technologist, hair braider or nail technologist to be translated into a language other than English or Spanish must be filed with the Board by the applicant making the request at least 90 days before the scheduled examination. The Board shall keep all such requests on file.

3. The Board shall impose a fee upon the applicants who file requests for an examination for licensure or registration as a cosmetologist, esthetician, advanced esthetician, hair designer, shampoo technologist, hair braider or nail technologist to be translated into a language other than English or Spanish. The fee must be sufficient to ensure that the applicants bear the full cost for the development, preparation, administration, grading and evaluation of the translated examination. The fee is in addition to all other fees that must be paid by applicants for the examination for licensure or registration as a cosmetologist, esthetician, advanced esthetician, hair designer, shampoo technologist, hair braider or nail technologist.

4. In determining whether it is in the best interests of the public to translate an examination for licensure or registration as a cosmetologist, esthetician, advanced esthetician, hair designer, shampoo technologist, hair braider or nail technologist into a language other than English or Spanish, the Board shall consider the percentage of the population within this State whose native language is the language for which the translated examination is sought.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645F.540 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645F / Section 645F.540
Duty to submit certain documents, fees, fines and costs through Registry; deposit of fees and costs
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 645F.267 and 645F.293 , the Commissioner shall require a person to submit to the Commissioner through the Registry: (a) An application for the initial issuance or the renewal of a license as a mortgage servicer, including any fees related to the issuance or renewal of a license. (b) Any form or filing that a mortgage servicer is otherwise required to submit to the Commissioner. (c) Any administrative fine assessed against the person pursuant to the regulations adopted pursuant to NRS 645F.520 . (d) Any costs associated with the submittal of any document, information, fee or fine through the Registry.

2. Any fees and costs received pursuant to subsection 1 are nonrefundable.

3. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, all fees and costs received pursuant to NRS 645F.500 to 645F.540 , inclusive, are in addition to any fee or cost required to be paid to the Registry and must be deposited in the Account for Mortgage Lending created by NRS 645F.270 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 637B.288 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 637B / Section 637B.288
Confidentiality of certain records of Board; exceptions
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in this section and NRS 239.0115 , a complaint filed with the Board, all documents and other information filed with the complaint and all documents and other information compiled as a result of an investigation conducted to determine whether to initiate disciplinary action against a person are confidential, unless the person submits a written statement to the Board requesting that such documents and information be made public records.

2. The charging documents filed with the Board to initiate disciplinary action pursuant to chapter 622A of NRS and all documents and information considered by the Board when determining whether to impose discipline are public records.

3. The Board shall, to the extent feasible, communicate or cooperate with or provide any documents or other information to any other licensing board or any other agency that is investigating a person, including, without limitation, a law enforcement agency.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 637B.203 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 637B / Section 637B.203
Expedited license by endorsement to practice audiology or speech-language pathology: Requirements; procedure for issuance
Status: in_force

1. The Board may issue a license by endorsement to engage in the practice of audiology or speech-language pathology to an applicant who meets the requirements set forth in this section. An applicant may submit to the Board an application for such a license if the applicant holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license to engage in the practice of audiology or speech-language pathology, as applicable, in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States.

2. An applicant for a license by endorsement pursuant to this section must submit to the Board with his or her application: (a) Proof satisfactory to the Board that the applicant: (1) Satisfies the requirements of subsection 1; (2) Has not been disciplined or investigated by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or any state or territory in which the applicant currently holds or has held a license to engage in the practice of audiology or speech-language pathology, as applicable; and (3) Has not been held civilly or criminally liable for malpractice in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States; (b) An affidavit stating that the information contained in the application and any accompanying material is true and correct; and (c) Any other information required by the Board.

3. Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to engage in the practice of audiology or speech-language pathology pursuant to this section, the Board shall provide written notice to the applicant of any additional information required by the Board to consider the application. Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, the Board shall approve the application and issue a license by endorsement to engage in the practice of audiology or speech-language pathology, as applicable, to the applicant not later than 45 days after receiving the application.

4. A license by endorsement to engage in the practice of audiology or speech-language pathology may be issued at a meeting of the Board or between its meetings by the President of the Board. Such an action shall be deemed to be an action of the Board.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641.272 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641 / Section 641.272
Mental or physical examination required by Board; consent to examination; confidentiality of testimony or reports; immediate suspension for failure to submit to examination
Status: in_force

1. Notwithstanding the provisions of chapter 622A of NRS , the Board may require the person named in a complaint to submit to a mental examination conducted by a panel of three psychologists designated by the Board or a physical examination conducted by a physician designated by the Board.

2. Every psychologist licensed under this chapter and every psychological assistant, psychological intern or psychological trainee registered under this chapter who accepts the privilege of practicing psychology or practicing as a psychological assistant, psychological intern or psychological trainee in this State shall be deemed to have given consent to submit to a mental or physical examination when directed to do so in writing by the Board. The testimony or reports of the examining psychologists or physician are privileged communications, except as to proceedings conducted pursuant to this chapter.

3. Except in extraordinary circumstances, as determined by the Board, the failure of a psychologist, psychological assistant, psychological intern or psychological trainee to submit to an examination as provided in this section constitutes grounds for the immediate suspension of the psychologist's license or the psychological assistant's, psychological intern's or psychological trainee's registration.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 644A.277 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 644A / Section 644A.277
Regulations governing curriculum for course of study in advanced esthetics to be used by licensed school of cosmetology that wishes to offer such course
Status: in_force

1. The Board shall adopt regulations prescribing a curriculum for a course of study in advanced esthetics to be used by a licensed school of cosmetology that wishes to offer such a course of study.

2. The curriculum prescribed pursuant to subsection 1 must include, without limitation, instruction in the following subjects: (a) State and federal laws pertaining to the practice of advanced esthetics; (b) Professional ethical standards for advanced estheticians; (c) The theory and performance of advanced esthetic procedures; (d) Medical subjects relevant to the practice of advanced esthetics, including, without limitation, subjects relating to health, lifestyle, nutrition, autoimmune diseases, infection control and wound healing; (e) First aid, including, without limitation, the administration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation; (f) Subjects relating to the science of the skin, including, without limitation, skin types, systems for the classification of skin conditions and skin disorders and diseases; (g) Anatomy, physiology, chemistry, pharmacology and other relevant sciences; (h) The physics of wave energy, including, without limitation, the physics of lasers, intense pulsed light, radio frequency, ultrasound, plasma and other energies; (i) The duties of an advanced esthetician with respect to the confidentiality of client information, client consultation, informed consent and the care of clients both before and after advanced esthetic procedures; (j) Subjects relevant to the professional practice of advanced esthetics, including, without limitation, professional liability insurance, risk management and professional interactions with health care professionals; (k) Subjects relating to esthetic medical devices and other apparatuses used in the practice of advanced esthetics, including, without limitation, the classification, maintenance and safe and proper use of such devices and apparatuses; and (l) Any other subject which the Board may determine by regulation to be necessary and proper for the instruction of advanced estheticians.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 640C.170 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 640C / Section 640C.170
Salary of members; per diem allowance and travel expenses of members and employees
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided in NRS 640C.160 , while engaged in the business of the Board:

1. Each member of the Board is entitled to receive a salary of not more than $150 per day, as established by the Board; and

2. Each member and employee of the Board is entitled to receive a per diem allowance and travel expenses at a rate fixed by the Board. The rate must not exceed the rate provided for officers and employees of this State generally.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 628.013 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 628 / Section 628.013
“Certificate” defined
Status: in_force

“Certificate” means the certificate issued by the Board to a person who is qualified to practice accounting as a certified public accountant.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645.577 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645 / Section 645.577
Placement of license on inactive status; reinstatement
Status: in_force

1. The Division may place a license on inactive status for any of the following reasons: (a) At the request of the licensee. (b) If a broker's license or a corporate officer's license, for failure to immediately notify the Division in writing of any change in the name of the licensee’s firm or its business location. (c) If a broker-salesperson's license or a salesperson's license, for failure to notify the Division of a change in the broker or owner-developer with whom the licensee will be associated within 30 days after the licensee’s previous association was terminated. (d) For failure to apply and pay the fee for renewal before the license expired. (e) If inactivated upon the placing of the broker under whose supervision the licensee worked in an inactive status. (f) As a result of a formal disciplinary proceeding.

2. Any licensee whose license has been placed on inactive status may not engage in the business of a real estate broker, broker-salesperson or salesperson until the licensee has met all of the requirements for reinstatement of his or her license to active status.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645.330 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645 / Section 645.330
General qualifications of applicant; grounds for denial of application; eligibility for licensing as broker
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided by a specific statute, the Division may approve an application for a license for a person who meets all the following requirements: (a) Has a good reputation for honesty, trustworthiness and integrity and who offers proof of those qualifications satisfactory to the Division. (b) Has not made a false statement of material fact on his or her application. (c) Is competent to transact the business of a real estate broker, broker-salesperson or salesperson in a manner which will safeguard the interests of the public. (d) Has passed the examination. (e) Has submitted all information required to complete the application.

2. The Division: (a) May deny a license to any person who has been convicted of, or entered a plea of guilty, guilty but mentally ill or nolo contendere to, forgery, embezzlement, obtaining money under false pretenses, larceny, extortion, conspiracy to defraud, engaging in a real estate business without a license, possessing for the purpose of sale any controlled substance or any crime involving moral turpitude, in any court of competent jurisdiction in the United States or elsewhere; and (b) Shall not issue a license to such a person until at least 3 years after: (1) The person pays any fine or restitution ordered by the court; or (2) The expiration of the period of the person's parole, probation or sentence, whichever is later.

3. Suspension or revocation of a license pursuant to this chapter or any prior revocation or current suspension in this or any other state, district or territory of the United States or any foreign country before the date of the application is grounds for refusal to grant a license.

4. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 645.332 , a person may not be licensed as a real estate broker unless the person has been actively engaged as a full-time licensed real estate broker-salesperson or salesperson in this State, or actively engaged as a full-time licensed real estate broker, broker-salesperson or salesperson in another state or the District of Columbia, for at least 2 of the 4 years immediately preceding the issuance of a broker's license.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 629.079 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 629 / Section 629.079
Complaints received by health care licensing board: Referral to appropriate jurisdiction; notification of immediate threats to health and safety of public; immunity from civil liability for certain actions
Status: in_force

1. If a health care licensing board determines that a complaint received by the health care licensing board concerns a matter within the jurisdiction of another health care licensing board, the health care licensing board which received the complaint shall: (a) Except as otherwise provided in paragraph (b), refer the complaint to the other health care licensing board within 5 days after making the determination; and (b) If the health care licensing board also determines that the complaint concerns an emergency situation, immediately refer the complaint to the other health care licensing board.

2. If a health care licensing board determines that a complaint received by the health care licensing board concerns a public health emergency or other health event that is an immediate threat to the health and safety of the public in a health care facility or the office of a provider of health care, the health care licensing board shall immediately notify the appropriate health authority for the purposes of NRS 439.970 .

3. A health care licensing board may refer a complaint pursuant to subsection 1 or provide notification pursuant to subsection 2 orally, electronically or in writing.

4. The provisions of subsections 1 and 2 apply to any complaint received by a health care licensing board, including, without limitation: (a) A complaint which concerns a person who or entity which is licensed, certified or otherwise regulated by the health care licensing board that received the complaint and by another health care licensing board; and (b) A complaint which concerns a person who or entity which is licensed, certified or otherwise regulated solely by another health care licensing board.

5. The provisions of this section do not prevent a health care licensing board from acting upon a complaint which concerns a matter within the jurisdiction of the health care licensing board regardless of whether the health care licensing board refers the complaint pursuant to subsection 1 or provides notification based upon the complaint pursuant to subsection 2.

6. A health care licensing board or an officer or employee of the health care licensing board is immune from any civil liability for any decision or action taken in good faith and without malicious intent in carrying out the provisions of this section.

7. As used in this section: (a) “ Health care facility ” means any facility licensed pursuant to chapter 449 of NRS. (b) “ Health care licensing board ” means: (1) A board created pursuant to chapter 630, 630A, 631, 632, 633, 634, 634A, 635, 636, 637, 637B, 639, 640, 640A, 640B, 640C, 640D, 640E, 641, 641A, 641B, 641C or 641D of NRS. (2) The Division of Public and Behavioral Health of the Department of Health and Human Services.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 631.3458 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 631 / Section 631.3458
License required; requirements and standards for use of teledentistry; prohibited acts
Status: in_force

1. A person shall not provide dental services through teledentistry to a patient who is located at an originating site in this State unless the person: (a) Is licensed to practice dentistry, dental hygiene or dental therapy in this State; and (b) Has complied with subsection 2 of NRS 631.220 .

2. The provisions of this chapter and the regulations adopted thereto, including, without limitation, clinical requirements, ethical standards and requirements concerning the confidentiality of information concerning patients, apply to services provided through teledentistry to the same extent as if such services were provided in person or by other means.

3. A licensee who provides dental services through teledentistry, including, without limitation, providing consultation and recommendations for treatment, issuing a prescription, diagnosing, correcting the position of teeth and using orthodontic appliances, shall provide such services in accordance with the same standards of care and professional conduct as when providing those services in person or by other means.

4. A licensee shall not: (a) Provide treatment for any condition based solely on the results of an online questionnaire; or (b) Engage in activity that is outside his or her scope of practice while providing services through teledentistry.

5. Nothing in this section or NRS 631.34581 to 631.34586 , inclusive, prohibits an organization for dental care or an administrator of a health benefit plan that provides dental coverage from negotiating rates of reimbursement for services provided through teledentistry with a dentist, dental hygienist or dental therapist.

6. As used in this section: (a) “ Health benefit plan ” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 695G.019 . (b) “ Organization for dental care ” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 695D.060 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 632.0169 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 632 / Section 632.0169
“Practice of nursing” defined
Status: in_force

“Practice of nursing” means the general observation, diagnosis and treatment of changes in a person's health. The term does not include acts of medical diagnosis or prescription of therapeutic or corrective measures, except as authorized by specific statute.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 631.085 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 631 / Section 631.085
“Preponderance of the evidence” defined
Status: in_force

“Preponderance of the evidence” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 233B.0375 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 644A.015 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 644A / Section 644A.015
“Advertise” and “advertising” defined
Status: in_force

“ Advertise ” and “ advertising ” mean an attempt by written, electronic or graphic representation to elicit enrollment or the sale of goods or services. The terms include, without limitation, such representations made:

1. On signs, displays, circulars, brochures, menus of services and recruitment materials; and

2. On the Internet, through the press, radio or television, or by use of any other medium.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 639.009 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 639 / Section 639.009
“Manufacturer” defined
Status: in_force

“Manufacturer” means a person who:

1. Derives, produces, prepares, compounds, mixes, cultivates, grows or processes any drug or medicine;

2. Repackages any drug or medicine for the purposes of resale; or

3. Produces or makes any devices or appliances that are restricted by federal law to sale by or on the order of a physician.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 623A.020 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 623A / Section 623A.020
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in NRS 623A.030 to 623A.060 , inclusive, have the meanings ascribed to them in those sections.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645.8795 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645 / Section 645.8795
Priority of recorded claim
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, a claim that is recorded pursuant to the provisions of NRS 645.8775 has priority over any other encumbrance, claim or lien, if the claim of the real estate broker is recorded before the encumbrance, claim or lien.

2. The provisions of subsection 1 do not apply to a lien recorded pursuant to the provisions of NRS 108.221 to 108.246 , inclusive.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641.270 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641 / Section 641.270
Complaints: Review; investigation
Status: in_force

When a complaint is filed with the Board, the Board or an investigator designated by the Board shall review the complaint. If, upon completing the review of the complaint, the Board or the investigator designated by the Board determines that the complaint is not frivolous, the Board, through the President of the Board and the investigator designated by the Board, shall investigate the complaint.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 636.0165 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 636 / Section 636.0165
“Asynchronous optometric telemedicine” defined
Status: in_force

“ Asynchronous optometric telemedicine ” means a form of optometric telemedicine in which data that is collected from an examination of a patient that is conducted in person is later transmitted to an optometrist for review.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 630A.015 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 630A / Section 630A.015
“Advanced practitioner of homeopathy” defined
Status: in_force

“Advanced practitioner of homeopathy” means a person who has:

1. Complied with all of the requirements set forth in this chapter and the regulations adopted by the Board for advanced practitioners of homeopathy; and

2. Received from the Board a certificate as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641A.2872 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641A / Section 641A.2872
Marriage and family therapist interns: Issuance, period of validity, expiration and renewal of license
Status: in_force

1. The Board shall issue a license as a marriage and family therapist intern to an applicant who meets the requirements imposed pursuant to this chapter.

2. A license as a marriage and family therapist intern: (a) Except as otherwise provided in paragraph (b), is valid for 3 years and may be renewed not more than once. (b) Expires upon: (1) The termination of the supervision agreement with an approved supervisor; or (2) The issuance of a license as a marriage and family therapist to the holder of the license as a marriage and family therapist intern.

3. To renew a license as a marriage and family therapist intern, the holder of the license must, on or before 10 business days after the date of expiration of the current license: (a) Apply to the Board for renewal; (b) Pay the fee for the renewal of an intern's license set by the Board; and (c) Submit all information required to complete the renewal.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645B.357 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645B / Section 645B.357
Restriction on collection of fees by mortgage company; application of fees
Status: in_force

1. A mortgage company shall not assess or collect any fee which is not: (a) Authorized by the loan documents or loan servicing agreement; and (b) Assessed or collected in exchange for bona fide services rendered or costs incurred.

2. A mortgage company shall apply all fees collected in the manner set forth in the loan documents or loan servicing agreement.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 652.050 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 652 / Section 652.050
“Laboratory director” defined
Status: in_force

“Laboratory director” means a person responsible for the administration of the technical and scientific operation of a medical laboratory.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 625A.0295 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 625A / Section 625A.0295
Applicability of chapter
Status: in_force

The provisions of this chapter, other than NRS 625A.910 , do not apply to a person who:

1. Is employed by the Federal Government and who practices environmental health within the scope of that employment.

2. Is employed by and for the Division of Environmental Protection of the State Department of Conservation and Natural Resources or for a local air pollution control board. As used in this subsection, “ local air pollution control board ” means a board that establishes a program for the control of air pollution pursuant to NRS 445B.500 .

3. Is employed by and for the Cannabis Compliance Board created by NRS 678A.350 pursuant to title 56 of NRS and the regulations adopted pursuant thereto and who conducts inspections to determine compliance with law and regulations for the cultivation, distribution and licensure of establishments or facilities where cannabis is grown, stored, processed or offered for sale, unless the cannabis is utilized as an agent or ingredient in food products.

4. Performs clean up and disposal of hazardous waste and substances as a consultant certified by the State Department of Conservation and Natural Resources pursuant to the provisions of NRS 459.400 to 459.600 , inclusive, and the regulations adopted pursuant thereto, unless the clean up and disposal of hazardous waste and substances is performed directly by and for a public health agency.

5. Practices in the field of: (a) Industrial hygiene, public education, indoor air quality, health physics, mold assessment or mold remediation; (b) Zoonotic disease ecology or vector-borne disease ecology, or both, when the practice in that field is performed as a specialty; (c) Mining when performed by an employee or contractor of a mining company which is engaged in mining operations in this State; (d) Building inspections when performed by a person whose primary purpose is to determine compliance with building and safety codes; or (e) Epidemiological investigations performed by a person whose primary profession or employment is as an epidemiologist or disease investigator.

6. Practices environmental health on a limited basis in this State if the person: (a) Practices for not more than 45 days in any calendar year; and (b) Holds a valid and unrestricted registration, certification or license as an environmental health specialist in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States whose requirements for that registration, certification or licensure are substantially similar to the requirements for the issuance of a registration as an environmental health specialist in this State.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 638.030 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 638 / Section 638.030
Oaths of members
Status: in_force

1. Before entering upon the duties of office, each appointed member of the Board shall take the constitutional oath of office.

2. Each appointed member who is a licensed veterinarian shall make an oath that he or she is a graduate in veterinary medicine and legally qualified under the provisions of this chapter to practice veterinary medicine, surgery, obstetrics and dentistry in the State of Nevada.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 628B.200 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 628B / Section 628B.200
Administration and enforcement of chapter by Commissioner
Status: in_force

The Commissioner shall administer and enforce the provisions of this chapter subject to the administrative supervision of the Director.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 644A.515 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 644A / Section 644A.515
Expiration of license or certificate of registration; fee for initial license or certificate of registration; deferral of expiration in certain circumstances; regulations; notice of pending expiration of license or certificate of registration
Status: in_force

1. The license or certificate of registration, as applicable, of every cosmetologist, esthetician, advanced esthetician, electrologist, hair designer, shampoo technologist, hair braider, nail technologist and instructor expires on either: (a) The second anniversary of the birthday of the licensee or holder of the certificate of registration measured, in the case of an original license or certificate of registration, restored license or certificate of registration, renewal of a license or certificate of registration or renewal of an expired license or certificate of registration, from the birthday of the licensee or holder nearest the date of issuance, restoration or renewal; or (b) The fourth anniversary of the birthday of the licensee or holder of the certificate of registration measured, in the case of an original license or certificate of registration, restored license or certificate of registration, renewal of a license or certificate of registration or renewal of an expired license or certificate of registration from the birthday of the licensee or holder nearest the date of issuance, restoration or renewal.

2. The Board may, by regulation, defer the expiration of a license or certificate of registration, as applicable, of a person who is on active duty in any branch of the Armed Forces of the United States upon such terms and conditions as it may prescribe. The Board may similarly defer the expiration of the license or certificate of registration, as applicable, of the spouse or dependent child of that person if the spouse or child is residing with the person.

3. The Board may, by regulation, defer the expiration of a license or certificate of registration, as applicable, of a person who: (a) Submits to the Board, on a form prescribed by the Board, a request for his or her license or certificate of registration to be placed on inactive or retirement status; and (b) Pays a fee in an amount established by the Board by regulation.

4. For the purposes of this section, any licensee or holder of a certificate of registration whose date of birth occurs on February 29 in a leap year shall be deemed to have a birthdate of February 28.

5. The Board shall send written notice to a licensee or holder of a certificate of registration identifying the date of the expiration of his or her license or certificate of registration, as applicable, at least: (a) Ninety days before the license or certificate of registration expires; and (b) Once each month following the month in which notice is sent pursuant to paragraph (a) until the month in which the license or certificate of registration expires.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641.314 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641 / Section 641.314
Temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction pending disciplinary proceedings
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding the provisions of chapter 622A of NRS :

1. Pending disciplinary proceedings before the Board, a panel of its members or a hearing officer, the court may, upon application by the Board or the Attorney General, issue a temporary restraining order or a preliminary injunction to enjoin any unprofessional conduct of a psychologist, psychological assistant, psychological intern or psychological trainee which is harmful to the public, to limit the psychologist's, psychological assistant's, psychological intern's or psychological trainee's practice or to suspend the license to practice psychology or registration to practice as a psychological assistant, psychological intern or psychological trainee, without proof of actual damage sustained by any person, this provision being a preventive as well as a punitive measure.

2. The disciplinary proceedings before the Board, a panel of its members or a hearing officer must be instituted and determined as promptly as the requirements for investigation of the case reasonably allow.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 623A.195 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 623A / Section 623A.195
Certificate of registration: Issuance and use of seal; regulations; unlawful acts
Status: in_force

1. Upon issuing a certificate of registration, the Board shall issue to the holder of the certificate of registration a seal of the design authorized by the Board, bearing the name of the holder of the certificate of registration, the number of the certificate of registration and the title “landscape architect.”

2. A plan, specification, report or other document issued by a holder of a certificate of registration for official use must be signed, sealed and dated on the title page by him or her with a permanently legible imprint of his or her seal and signature. The Board may adopt regulations specifying the manner in which a holder of a certificate of registration may electronically transmit such a plan, specification, report or other document.

3. It is unlawful for a person to stamp or seal any plan, specification, report or other document with the seal of a holder of a certificate of registration after the certificate of registration has expired or has been suspended or revoked, unless the certificate of registration has been renewed or reissued.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 634.020 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 634 / Section 634.020
Creation; number, appointment and qualifications of members
Status: in_force

1. The Chiropractic Physicians' Board of Nevada, consisting of seven members appointed by the Governor, is hereby created.

2. The Governor shall appoint: (a) Four members who are: (1) Graduates of chiropractic schools or colleges giving a course of study embracing the following subjects: Anatomy, bacteriology, chiropractic theory and practice, diagnosis or analysis, elementary chemistry and toxicology, histology, hygiene and sanitation, obstetrics and gynecology, pathology, physiology and symptomatology; (2) Licensed under this chapter; and (3) Actually engaged in the practice of chiropractic in this State and who have been so engaged in this State for at least 3 years preceding their appointment. (b) One member who represents the interests of persons or agencies that regularly provide health care to patients who are indigent, uninsured or unable to afford health care. This member may be licensed under the provisions of this chapter. (c) Two members who are representatives of the general public. A member appointed pursuant to this paragraph must not be: (1) A chiropractic physician or a chiropractic assistant; or (2) The spouse or the parent or child, by blood, marriage or adoption, of a chiropractic physician or a chiropractic assistant.

3. At least two of the appointees must have had a course in physiotherapy in a school or college of chiropractic.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 644A.115 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 644A / Section 644A.115
“Nail technologist” defined
Status: in_force

“ Nail technologist ” means any person who, for compensation or by demonstration, engages in the practice of nail technology.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645.200 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645 / Section 645.200
Attorney General: Opinions and action as attorney
Status: in_force

1. The Attorney General shall render to the Division opinions upon all questions of law relating to the construction or interpretation of this chapter, or arising in the administration thereof, that may be submitted to the Attorney General by the Division or the Commission.

2. The Attorney General shall act as the attorney for the Division in all actions and proceedings brought against or by the Division pursuant to any of the provisions of this chapter.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645.410 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645 / Section 645.410
Regulations concerning fees for examination; time for payment of fees
Status: in_force

1. The Commission shall adopt regulations establishing the fee for an examination for a license as a real estate broker, broker-salesperson or salesperson and all other fees necessary for the administration of the examination.

2. Every application for examination for a license as a real estate broker, broker-salesperson or salesperson under the provisions of this chapter must be accompanied by the applicable fees established pursuant to subsection 1. The applicant must pay the original license fee and the fee for the Real Estate Education, Research and Recovery Fund at the time he or she files an application for a license.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 634.025 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 634 / Section 634.025
Salary of members; per diem allowance and travel expenses of members and employees
Status: in_force

1. Each member of the Board is entitled to receive: (a) A salary of not more than $150 per day, as fixed by the Board, while engaged in the business of the Board; and (b) A per diem allowance and travel expenses at a rate fixed by the Board, while engaged in the business of the Board. The rate must not exceed the rate provided for state officers and employees generally.

2. While engaged in the business of the Board, each employee of the Board is entitled to receive a per diem allowance and travel expenses at a rate fixed by the Board. The rate must not exceed the rate provided for state officers and employees generally.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 653.380 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 653 / Section 653.380
“Radiation therapy” defined
Status: in_force

“ Radiation therapy ” means the administration of ionizing radiation for therapeutic purposes.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 630.2695 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 630 / Section 630.2695
Expiration, renewal and reinstatement of licenses
Status: in_force

1. Each license issued pursuant to NRS 630.2694 expires on June 30, or if June 30 is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, on the next business day after June 30, of every odd-numbered year and may be renewed if, before the license expires, the holder of the license submits to the Board: (a) A completed application for renewal on a form prescribed by the Board; (b) Proof of completion of the requirements for continuing education prescribed by regulations adopted by the Board pursuant to NRS 630.269 ; and (c) The applicable fee for renewal of the license prescribed by the Board pursuant to NRS 630.2691 .

2. A license that expires pursuant to this section not more than 2 years before an application for renewal is made may be reinstated only if the applicant: (a) Complies with the provisions of subsection 1; and (b) Submits to the Board the fees: (1) For the reinstatement of an expired license, prescribed by regulations adopted by the Board pursuant to NRS 630.269 ; and (2) For each biennium that the license was expired, for the renewal of the license.

3. If a license has been expired for more than 2 years, a person may not renew or reinstate the license but must apply for a new license and submit to the examination required pursuant to NRS 630.2692 .

4. The Board shall send a notice of renewal to each licensee not later than 60 days before his or her license expires. The notice must include the amount of the fee for renewal of the license.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645C.175 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645C / Section 645C.175
Authority for Division to conduct business electronically; regulations; fees; use of unsworn declaration; exclusions
Status: in_force

1. The Administrator may adopt regulations which establish procedures for the Division to conduct business electronically pursuant to title 59 of NRS with persons who are regulated pursuant to this chapter and with any other persons with whom the Division conducts business. The regulations may include, without limitation, the establishment of fees to pay the costs of conducting business electronically with the Division.

2. In addition to the process authorized by NRS 719.280 , if the Division is conducting business electronically with a person and a law requires a signature or record to be notarized, acknowledged, verified or made under oath, the Division may allow the person to substitute a declaration that complies with the provisions of NRS 53.045 or 53.250 to 53.390 , inclusive, to satisfy the legal requirement.

3. The Division may refuse to conduct business electronically with a person who has failed to pay money which the person owes to the Division or the Commission.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 639.545 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 639 / Section 639.545
Prohibited transactions
Status: in_force

If a statement of prior sales indicates that more than three prior sales of a prescription drug have occurred, including, without limitation, a sale involving an authorized distributor of record, a person who is licensed to engage in wholesale distribution pursuant to this chapter shall not sell that prescription drug to another wholesaler.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 648.197 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 648 / Section 648.197
Chronological log; polygraph charts; records; release of results of polygraphic examination
Status: in_force

1. Each examiner or intern shall maintain a chronological log of all polygraphic examinations which he or she administers. The log must include the date of each examination, the name of the person examined, and an identifying case or file number.

2. All polygraphic charts must be identified with the name of the person examined, the date of the examination, an identifying case or file number and the signature or initials of the examiner or intern.

3. The records of a polygraphic examination, including the written consent of the person examined, the questions asked, notes and charts obtained during the examination, must be maintained in a manner which protects their confidentiality by the examiner or intern or his or her employer, for a period of not less than 3 years.

4. Except when ordered to do so by a court of competent jurisdiction, or as otherwise provided by law, a person who possesses the results of a polygraphic examination or information obtained during a polygraphic examination shall not release the results or the information obtained without the written consent of the person examined.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 640D.010 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 640D / Section 640D.010
Legislative declaration
Status: in_force

The practice of music therapy is hereby declared to be a learned allied health profession, affecting public health, safety and welfare and subject to regulation to protect the public from the practice of music therapy by unqualified and unlicensed persons and from unprofessional conduct by persons who are licensed to practice music therapy.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 633.641 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 633 / Section 633.641
Requirements for proof
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding the provisions of chapter 622A of NRS , in any disciplinary proceeding before the Board, a hearing officer or a panel:

1. Proof of actual injury need not be established where the formal complaint charges deceptive or unethical professional conduct or medical practice harmful to the public.

2. A certified copy of the record of a court or a licensing agency showing a conviction or the suspension or revocation of a license to practice osteopathic medicine or to practice as a physician assistant or anesthesiologist assistant is conclusive evidence of its occurrence.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645C.090 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645C / Section 645C.090
“Licensed appraiser” defined
Status: in_force

“Licensed appraiser” means an appraiser to whom a license has been issued pursuant to this chapter.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641C.050 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641C / Section 641C.050
“Certified counselor” defined
Status: in_force

“ Certified counselor ” means a person who is certified as an alcohol and drug counselor or a problem gambling counselor pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641B.430 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641B / Section 641B.430
Authorized disciplinary action; private reprimands prohibited; orders imposing discipline deemed public records
Status: in_force

1. If the Board finds a person guilty in a disciplinary proceeding, the Board may, by order: (a) Place the person on probation for a specified period or until further order of the Board. (b) Administer to the person a public reprimand. (c) Limit the practice of the person to, or by exclusion of, one or more specified branches of social work. (d) Suspend the license of the person to practice social work for a specified period or until further order of the Board. (e) Revoke the license of the person to practice social work. (f) Impose a fine of not more than $5,000, which must be deposited with the State Treasurer for credit to the State General Fund. The order of the Board may contain other terms, provisions or conditions as the Board deems proper and which are not inconsistent with law.

2. The Board shall not administer a private reprimand.

3. An order that imposes discipline and the findings of fact and conclusions of law supporting that order are public records.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 633.4252 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 633 / Section 633.4252
Regulations concerning licensure of anesthesiologist assistants
Status: in_force

The Board shall adopt regulations establishing the requirements for the issuance of a license to practice as an anesthesiologist assistant pursuant to NRS 633.4254 and a temporary license to practice as an anesthesiologist assistant pursuant to NRS 633.4262 , including, without limitation:

1. The required qualifications of an applicant for such a license or temporary license;

2. The academic or educational certificates, credentials or programs of study required of an applicant for such a license or temporary licenses;

3. The procedures for submitting an application for a license or temporary license;

4. The standards of review for applicants submitted pursuant to NRS 633.4254 and 633.4262 and procedures for the issuance of such licenses;

5. The testing or examination of applicants by the Board;

6. The renewal, revocation, suspension and termination of licenses;

7. The regulation and discipline of anesthesiologist assistants, including, without limitation, the reporting of complaints, conducting investigations of alleged misconduct and disciplinary proceedings;

8. The requirements for the supervision of an anesthesiologist assistant by a supervising osteopathic anesthesiologist; and

9. Consistent with the provisions of NRS 633.425 , the duties which an anesthesiologist assistant may perform under the supervision of a supervising osteopathic anesthesiologist.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641B.202 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641B / Section 641B.202
Submission of fingerprints
Status: in_force

Each applicant for a license must submit to the Board a complete set of fingerprints which the Board may forward to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for its report.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 638.200 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 638 / Section 638.200
Donated drugs: Restrictions on reissuance; donation; immunity from liability; maintenance of records; regulations
Status: in_force

1. An owner of an animal may donate a drug that is dispensed for the animal, but will not be used by that animal, to a licensed veterinarian or a facility in which veterinary medicine is practiced if the licensed veterinarian or facility chooses to accept the drug.

2. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 9, a licensed veterinarian may reissue a drug accepted pursuant to this section to fill other prescriptions dispensed by the licensed veterinarian free of charge for an animal if: (a) The licensed veterinarian determines that the owner of the animal is eligible for the reissuance of the drug based on economic need; (b) The licensed veterinarian determines that the drug is suitable for that purpose; (c) The drug was originally dispensed by a licensed veterinarian, a facility in which veterinary medicine is practiced which is licensed pursuant to NRS 638.132 , a pharmacy licensed pursuant to chapter 639 of NRS or an Internet pharmacy that is accredited through the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy's Veterinary-Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Sites program or its successor; (d) The drug is not a controlled substance; (e) The drug is not a compounded drug; (f) Except as otherwise provided in subsection 3, the drug does not require refrigeration; (g) Except as otherwise provided in subsection 4, the drug is not in a liquid form; (h) The usefulness of the drug has not expired; (i) The packaging or bottle contains the expiration date of the usefulness of the drug; and (j) The name of the animal and the name of the owner of the animal for which the drug was originally dispensed, the prescription number and any other identifying marks are obliterated from the packaging or bottle before the reissuance of the drug.

3. For the purposes of paragraph (f) of subsection 2, the drug may be donated if refrigeration of the drug is required only after opening and the drug is unopened when donated.

4. For the purposes of paragraph (g) of subsection 2, the drug may be donated if it is in a liquid form and is packaged in a single dose in an ampule or vial.

5. A licensed veterinarian or other person who, or a facility or agency in which veterinary medicine is practiced that, exercises reasonable care in the donation, acceptance, distribution or dispensation of a drug in accordance with the provisions of this section and any regulations adopted pursuant thereto is not subject to any civil or criminal liability or disciplinary action by a professional licensing board for any loss, injury or death that results from the donation, acceptance, distribution or dispensation of the drug.

6. A manufacturer of a drug is not subject to civil or criminal liability for any claim or injury arising from the donation, acceptance, distribution or dispensation of the drug pursuant to this section and any regulations adopted pursuant thereto.

7. A licensed veterinarian shall not sell or resell any drug accepted pursuant to this section.

8. A licensed veterinarian shall: (a) Identify and maintain separately from other stock any drug accepted pursuant to this section; and (b) Make a record of each drug accepted pursuant to this section that includes, without limitation: (1) The date on which the drug was donated; (2) The name of the person who donated the drug; (3) The expiration date of the drug; and (4) If the drug expires while in the custody of the licensed veterinarian and the drug is destroyed, the date on which the drug was destroyed. The record must be maintained for not less than 4 years.

9. A licensed veterinarian may not reissue a drug accepted pursuant to this section to fill other prescriptions dispensed by the licensed veterinarian for an animal if the animal is raised to produce food for human consumption or the animal is ordinarily consumed by animals that are raised to produce food for human consumption.

10. The Board may adopt such regulations as are necessary to carry out the provisions of this section, including, without limitation: (a) Requirements for reissuing drugs pursuant to this section, including, without limitation, requirements that provide appropriate safeguards for ensuring that the drugs are not compromised or illegally diverted before being reissued. (b) Requirements for accepting drugs donated to a licensed veterinarian or facility in which veterinary medicine is practiced pursuant to this section. (c) Requirements for maintaining records relating to the acceptance and use of drugs to fill other prescriptions pursuant to this section.

11. As used in this section, “Internet pharmacy” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 639.00865 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 629.075 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 629 / Section 629.075
Provider of health care required to disclose financial interest in facility at which physical therapy is provided when making referral to or recommending facility
Status: in_force

1. If a provider of health care refers a patient to or recommends that a patient receive physical therapy at a specific facility in which the provider of health care has a financial interest, the provider of health care shall disclose that interest to the patient in writing in a conspicuous manner.

2. The provisions of this section do not authorize a referral or recommendation which is otherwise prohibited, including, without limitation, by the provisions of NRS 439B.425 .

3. As used in this section: (a) “ Financial interest ” includes, without limitation, any share in the ownership of or profit from a facility at which physical therapy is provided and any form of compensation from a facility at which physical therapy is provided for a prescription for physical therapy. (b) “ Physical therapy ” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 640.022 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 637.182 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 637 / Section 637.182
Administrative citation: Issuance; order to pay administrative fine, reimburse investigation costs or correct condition; separate sanction; execution of order for failure to pay fine
Status: in_force

1. If the Board or its designee has reason to believe, based upon a preponderance of evidence, that a person has violated any provision of this chapter or any regulation of the Board, the Board may issue, or authorize its designee to issue, a written administrative citation to the person. A citation issued pursuant to this section may include, without limitation, an order to: (a) Pay an administrative fine for each violation; (b) Reimburse the Board for the amount of the expenses the Board incurred to investigate each violation, not to exceed $150; and (c) Correct, at the cost of the person, a condition resulting from the violation. The order to correct the condition must: (1) State the date by which the person must comply, which must be not less than 15 days after the date on which the person receives the citation. The Board may, for good cause, extend the date for compliance with the order. (2) Describe in detail the actions that must be taken.

2. If a citation is issued to the holder of a license pursuant to this section and includes an order to pay an administrative fine for one or more violations, the amount of the administrative fine must not exceed the maximum amount authorized by subsection 2 of NRS 637.150 for each violation.

3. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 637.181 , if a citation is issued pursuant to this section to a person who is not licensed by the Board and includes an order to pay an administrative fine for one or more violations, the amount of the administrative fine: (a) For the first violation, must not be less than $100 or more than $1,000; (b) For the second violation, must not be less than $250 or more than $5,000; and (c) For the third violation and for each subsequent violation, must not be less than $500 and not more than $10,000.

4. Any sanctions authorized by this section are separate from, and in addition to, any other remedy, civil or criminal, authorized by this chapter.

5. If a person does not pay an administrative fine imposed pursuant to this section or make satisfactory payment arrangements with the Board not later than 60 days after the order of the Board becomes final, the order may be executed upon in the same manner as a judgment issued by a court.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645B.0131 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645B / Section 645B.0131
“Relative” defined
Status: in_force

“Relative” means a spouse or any other person who is related within the second degree by blood or marriage.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 640.157 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 640 / Section 640.157
Request for hearing on citation; notice of hearing; hearing process; citation deemed final order of Board when not contested; service of process
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, to contest a citation issued pursuant to NRS 640.155 , the person must submit a written request for a hearing to the Board not later than 30 days after the date of issuance of the citation. The Board may, for good cause shown, extend the time to submit a request for a hearing.

2. If the person to whom a citation is issued files a timely written request for a hearing to contest the citation: (a) The Board shall provide notice of and conduct the hearing in accordance with this chapter and the provisions of chapters 233B and 622A of NRS governing the adjudication of contested cases. (b) At the hearing, the licensee may contest, without limitation: (1) The facts forming the basis for the determination that the licensee has committed an act which constitutes a violation of a provision described in NRS 640.155 ; (2) The time allowed to take any corrective action ordered; (3) The amount of any administrative fine ordered; (4) The amount of any payment ordered to reimburse the Board for the expenses incurred to investigate the violation; and (5) Whether any corrective action described in the citation is reasonable.

3. If a person to whom a citation is issued pursuant to NRS 640.155 does not file timely a written request for a hearing to contest the citation, the citation shall be deemed a final order of the Board and any assessed fine deemed due and payable and any corrective action deemed required.

4. For the purposes of this section, a citation issued pursuant to NRS 640.155 shall be deemed to have been received by a person: (a) On the date on which the citation is personally delivered to the person; or (b) If the citation is mailed, 3 business days after the date on which the citation is mailed by certified mail to the last known business or residential address of the person.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 653.340 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 653 / Section 653.340
“Division” defined
Status: in_force

“ Division ” means the Division of Public and Behavioral Health of the Department of Health and Human Services.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 637.050 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 637 / Section 637.050
Offices; employment and compensation of Executive Director and other employees; contracts; authority to transact business
Status: in_force

The Board may:

1. Maintain offices in as many locations in the State as it finds necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter;

2. Employ and fix the compensation of an Executive Director and any other employees, including, without limitation, investigators, lobbyists, attorneys, other professional consultants and clerical personnel the Board deems necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter;

3. Contract with professional consultants and service providers, including, without limitation, investigators, lobbyists and attorneys, as the Board deems necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter; and

4. Transact any other business necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 632.072 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 632 / Section 632.072
Advisory Committee on Nursing Assistants and Medication Aides: Creation; appointment; duties
Status: in_force

1. The Advisory Committee on Nursing Assistants and Medication Aides, consisting of 11 members appointed by the Board, is hereby created.

2. The Board shall appoint to the Advisory Committee: (a) One representative of facilities for long-term care; (b) One representative of medical facilities which provide acute care; (c) One representative of agencies to provide nursing in the home; (d) One representative of the Division of Public and Behavioral Health of the Department of Health and Human Services; (e) One representative of the Division of Health Care Financing and Policy of the Department of Health and Human Services; (f) One representative of the Aging and Disability Services Division of the Department of Health and Human Services; (g) One representative of the American Association of Retired Persons or a similar organization; (h) A nursing assistant; (i) A registered nurse; (j) A licensed practical nurse; and (k) A medication aide - certified.

3. The Advisory Committee shall advise the Board with regard to matters relating to nursing assistants and medication aides--certified.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 631.3457 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 631 / Section 631.3457
Revocation of state business license for certain violations
Status: in_force

1. If the Board determines that a person who provides goods or services for the support of the business of a dental practice, office or clinic has committed any act described in subparagraph (1) or (2) of paragraph (i) of subsection 2 of NRS 631.215 , the Board may seek revocation of any state business license held by that person by submitting a request for such revocation to the Secretary of State.

2. Upon receipt of a request for a revocation of a state business license pursuant to subsection 1, the Secretary of State shall revoke that license in accordance with the provisions of this section and in the manner provided in NRS 76.170 as if the holder of the license had failed to comply with a provision of chapter 76 of NRS.

3. The Secretary of State shall not issue a new license to the former holder of a state business license revoked pursuant to this section unless the Secretary of State receives notification from the Board that the Board is satisfied that the person: (a) Will comply with any regulations of the Board adopted pursuant to the provisions of this chapter; and (b) Will not commit any act described in subparagraph (1) or (2) of paragraph (i) of subsection 2 of NRS 631.215 or any act prohibited by regulations of the Board adopted pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.

4. As used in this section, “ state business license ” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 76.030 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 622.200 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 622 / Section 622.200
Provision of materials to and training of members regarding duties and responsibilities upon initial appointment; Attorney General authorized to charge for training
Status: in_force

1. As soon as practicable after a person is first appointed to serve as a member of a regulatory body, the person must be provided with: (a) A written summary of the duties and responsibilities of a member of the regulatory body; and (b) Training on those duties and responsibilities by the Attorney General. The training must include, without limitation, instruction related to the audit that is required by NRS 218G.400 , except that a person who is a member of the Nevada State Board of Accountancy is not required to be provided with instruction related to that audit.

2. The Attorney General may, in accordance with the provisions of NRS 228.113 , charge a regulatory body for all training provided pursuant to paragraph (b) of subsection 1.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 649.277 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 649 / Section 649.277
Commissioner required to report certain information or material; confidentiality of information or material provided; Commissioner authorized to enter into certain agreements and arrangements
Status: in_force

1. Subject to any limitations or restrictions contained in federal or state law governing the privacy or confidentiality of records, the Commissioner shall report regularly any violations of applicable laws committed by applicants for or holders of a license or certificate, enforcement actions and other relevant information to the Registry.

2. The requirements under any federal or state law, including, without limitation, rules of a federal or state court, regarding the privacy and confidentiality of any information or material provided to the Registry and any privilege arising under federal or state law with respect to such information or material, continue to apply to such information or material after it has been disclosed to the Registry. Such information and material may be shared with federal and state regulatory officials with oversight authority over applicants for or holders of a license or certificate without the loss of privilege or the loss of confidentiality protections provided by federal or state law.

3. The Commissioner may enter into agreements or sharing arrangements with other governmental agencies, the Conference of State Bank Supervisors, the State Regulatory Registry, LLC, or other associations representing governmental agencies.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645B.180 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645B / Section 645B.180
Limitations on execution or attachment of money in trust account; commingling of money prohibited
Status: in_force

1. Money in an impound trust account is not subject to execution or attachment on any claim against the mortgage company or his or her mortgage loan originators.

2. It is unlawful for a mortgage company or his or her mortgage loan originators knowingly to keep or cause to be kept any money in a depository financial institution under the heading of “impound trust account” or any other name designating such money as belonging to the investors or debtors of the mortgage company, unless the money has been paid to the mortgage company or his or her mortgage loan originators by an investor or debtor and is being held in trust by the mortgage company pursuant to NRS 645B.170 or 645B.175 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 630A.140 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 630A / Section 630A.140
Officers; applications for licenses and certificates received through Secretary-Treasurer; salary of Secretary-Treasurer
Status: in_force

1. The Board shall elect from its members a President, a Vice President and a Secretary-Treasurer. The officers of the Board hold their respective offices during its pleasure.

2. The Board shall receive through its Secretary-Treasurer applications for the licenses and certificates issued under this chapter.

3. The Secretary-Treasurer is entitled to receive a salary, in addition to the salary paid pursuant to NRS 630A.160 , the amount of which must be determined by the Board.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645B.300 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645B / Section 645B.300
Written appraisal of real property required; persons authorized to perform appraisal; retention and inspection of appraisal; exceptions
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 4, a mortgage company or mortgage loan originator shall not accept money from an investor to acquire ownership of or a beneficial interest in a loan secured by a lien on real property, unless the mortgage company has obtained a written appraisal of the real property securing the loan.

2. The written appraisal of the real property: (a) Must be completed not more than 6 months before the mortgage company's first solicitation for the loan; (b) Must meet the standards set forth in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice as adopted by the Appraisal Standards Board of The Appraisal Foundation; (c) Must be performed by an appraiser who is authorized to perform appraisals in this State or in the state where the real property securing the loan is located; and (d) Must not be performed by the mortgage company or a mortgage loan originator, unless the mortgage company or mortgage loan originator is certified or licensed to perform such an appraisal pursuant to chapter 645C of NRS .

3. A copy of the written appraisal of the real property must be: (a) Maintained at each office of the mortgage company where money is accepted from an investor to acquire ownership of or a beneficial interest in a loan secured by a lien on the real property; and (b) Made available during normal business hours for inspection by each such investor and the Commissioner.

4. A mortgage company is not required to obtain a written appraisal of the real property pursuant to this section if the mortgage company obtains a written waiver of the appraisal from each investor who acquires ownership of or a beneficial interest in a loan secured by a lien on the real property. A mortgage company or mortgage loan originator shall not act as the attorney-in-fact or the agent of an investor with respect to the giving of a written waiver pursuant to this subsection.

5. If the mortgage company obtains a written waiver of the appraisal as provided in subsection 4, the mortgage company shall provide to each investor before accepting any money from the investor a separate written disclosure which contains the information analyzed, the valuation methods and techniques employed and the reasoning for any opinion regarding value provided by or on behalf of the mortgage company.

6. As used in this section, “appraisal” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 645C.030 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 630A.290 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 630A / Section 630A.290
Denial of license or certificate; notification of deficiency; appeal; records of issuance and denial of licenses or certificates
Status: in_force

1. The Board may deny an application for a license to practice homeopathic medicine or a certificate to practice as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy or as a homeopathic assistant for any violation of the provisions of this chapter or the regulations adopted by the Board.

2. The Board shall notify an applicant of any deficiency which prevents any further action on the application or results in the denial of the application. The applicant may respond in writing to the Board concerning any deficiency and, if the applicant does so, the Board shall respond in writing to the contentions of the applicant.

3. An unsuccessful applicant may appeal to the district court to review the action of the Board within 30 days after the date of the rejection of the application by the Board. Upon appeal the applicant has the burden to show that the action of the Board is erroneous or unlawful.

4. The Board shall maintain records pertaining to applicants to whom licenses and certificates have been issued or denied. The records must be open to the public and must contain: (a) The name of each applicant. (b) For an applicant for a license to practice homeopathic medicine, the name of the school granting the diploma and the date of the diploma. (c) The date of issuance or denial of the license or certificate. (d) The business address of the applicant.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 628.003 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 628 / Section 628.003
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in NRS 628.005 to 628.033 , inclusive, have the meanings ascribed to them in those sections.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 631.364 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 631 / Section 631.364
Review and investigation of complaint relating to prescriptions for certain controlled substances; notice to licensee; formal complaint and hearing; referral or postponement of investigation; regulations; explanation or technical advisory bulletin for dentists regarding relevant law
Status: in_force

1. The Executive Director of the Board or his or her designee shall review and evaluate any complaint or information received from the Investigation Division of the Department of Public Safety or the State Board of Pharmacy, including, without limitation, information provided pursuant to NRS 453.164 , or from a law enforcement agency, professional licensing board or any other source indicating that: (a) A licensee has issued a fraudulent, illegal, unauthorized or otherwise inappropriate prescription for a controlled substance listed in schedule II, III or IV; (b) A pattern of prescriptions issued by a licensee indicates that the licensee has issued prescriptions in the manner described in paragraph (a); or (c) A patient of a licensee has acquired, used or possessed a controlled substance listed in schedule II, III or IV in a fraudulent, illegal, unauthorized or otherwise inappropriate manner.

2. If the Executive Director of the Board or his or her designee receives information described in subsection 1 concerning the licensee, the Executive Director or his or her designee must notify the licensee as soon as practicable after receiving the information.

3. A review and evaluation conducted pursuant to subsection 1 must include, without limitation: (a) A review of relevant information contained in the database of the program established pursuant to NRS 453.162 ; and (b) A request for additional relevant information from the licensee who is the subject of the review and evaluation.

4. If, after a review and evaluation conducted pursuant to subsection 1, the Executive Director or his or her designee determines that a licensee may have issued a fraudulent, illegal, unauthorized or otherwise inappropriate prescription for a controlled substance listed in schedule II, III or IV, the Board must proceed as if a written complaint had been filed against the licensee. If, after conducting an investigation and a hearing in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, the Board determines that the licensee issued a fraudulent, illegal, unauthorized or otherwise inappropriate prescription, the Board must impose appropriate disciplinary action.

5. When deemed appropriate, the Executive Director of the Board may: (a) Refer information acquired during a review and evaluation conducted pursuant to subsection 1 to another professional licensing board, law enforcement agency or other appropriate governmental entity for investigation and criminal or administrative proceedings. (b) Postpone any notification, review or part of such a review required by this section if he or she determines that it is necessary to avoid interfering with any pending administrative or criminal investigation into the suspected fraudulent, illegal, unauthorized or otherwise inappropriate prescribing, dispensing or use of a controlled substance.

6. The Board shall: (a) Adopt regulations providing for disciplinary action against a licensee for inappropriately prescribing a controlled substance listed in schedule II, III or IV or violating the provisions of NRS 639.2391 to 639.23916 , inclusive, and any regulations adopted by the State Board of Pharmacy pursuant thereto. Such disciplinary action must include, without limitation, requiring the licensee to complete additional continuing education concerning prescribing controlled substances listed in schedules II, III and IV. (b) Develop and disseminate to each dentist licensed pursuant to this chapter or make available on the Internet website of the Board an explanation or a technical advisory bulletin to inform those dentists of the requirements of this section and NRS 631.365 , 639.23507 and 639.2391 to 639.23916 , inclusive, and any regulations adopted pursuant thereto. The Board shall update the explanation or bulletin as necessary to include any revisions to those provisions of law or regulations. The explanation or bulletin must include, without limitation, an explanation of the requirements that apply to specific controlled substances or categories of controlled substances.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641A.160 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641A / Section 641A.160
Regulations
Status: in_force

1. The Board shall adopt regulations not inconsistent with the provisions of this chapter governing its procedure, the examination and licensing of applicants, the granting, refusal, revocation or suspension of licenses, and the practice of marriage and family therapy and the practice of clinical professional counseling as those practices apply to this chapter.

2. The regulations adopted pursuant to subsection 1 must: (a) Prescribe uniform standards concerning the locations at which interns provide services; (b) Authorize the remote supervision, including, without limitation, electronic supervision, of interns working at remote sites and prescribe standards concerning such remote supervision; and (c) Prescribe a manner by which the qualifications for the issuance or renewal of a license under the provisions of this chapter will be made available to the public such that those qualifications are clearly defined and easily understood.

3. On the date that the Board gives notice pursuant to NRS 233B.060 of its intent to adopt, amend or repeal a regulation, the Board shall submit the regulation to the Commission on Behavioral Health for review. The Commission shall review the regulation and make recommendations to the Board concerning the advisability of adopting, amending or repealing the regulation and any changes that the Commission deems advisable.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 637B.196 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 637B / Section 637B.196
Speech-language pathologists and audiologists: Educational requirements
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2: (a) An applicant for a license to engage in the practice of speech-language pathology must satisfy the academic requirements of an educational program accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or its successor organization approved by the Board. (b) An applicant for a license to engage in the practice of audiology must satisfy the academic requirements of an educational program accredited by the: (1) American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or its successor organization approved by the Board; or (2) Accreditation Commission for Audiology Education or its successor organization approved by the Board.

2. An applicant for a license to engage in the practice of audiology or speech-language pathology who receives an education in audiology or speech-language pathology from a foreign school must prove to the satisfaction of the Board that his or her educational program: (a) Is substantially equivalent to the requirements set forth in subsection 1, as applicable; and (b) Is accredited by an accrediting agency approved by the Board.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 644A.113 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 644A / Section 644A.113
“Microneedling” defined
Status: in_force

“ Microneedling ” means the use of multiple small needles which are solid and which are designed to pierce the skin for the purpose of stimulating collagen production or cellular renewal.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 630.26845 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 630 / Section 630.26845
Simultaneous license to practice as anesthesiologist assistant issued by State Board of Osteopathic Medicine: Application by holder of license as anesthesiologist assistant issued by Board of Medical Examiners at time other than with application for renewal; fees
Status: in_force

If a person licensed as an anesthesiologist assistant pursuant to the provisions of this chapter is not applying to renew his or her license and wishes to hold a simultaneous license as an anesthesiologist assistant pursuant to the provisions of chapter 633 of NRS , the person must:

1. Apply for an anesthesiologist assistant license to the State Board of Osteopathic Medicine pursuant to chapter 633 of NRS ; and

2. Pay all applicable fees, including, without limitation: (a) The fee for biennial simultaneous registration of an anesthesiologist assistant pursuant to NRS 630.268 ; and (b) The application and initial simultaneous license fee for an anesthesiologist assistant pursuant to NRS 633.501 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 635.045 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 635 / Section 635.045
Fiscal year; biennial audit
Status: in_force

The Board shall:

1. Operate on the basis of a fiscal year commencing on July 1 and terminating on June 30; and

2. Audit its fiscal records once every 2 years.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645.251 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645 / Section 645.251
Licensee not required to comply with certain principles of common law
Status: in_force

A licensee is not required to comply with any principles of common law that may otherwise apply to any of the duties of the licensee as set forth in NRS 645.252 , 645.253 and 645.254 and the regulations adopted to carry out those sections.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 631.175 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 631 / Section 631.175
Liability of person retained by Board to judge qualifications of applicant for licensure
Status: in_force

The liability of any person retained as an independent contractor by the Board to judge the qualifications of an applicant for licensure by the Board is limited to the same extent as is provided in NRS 41.035 for a member of the Board.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 630.015 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 630 / Section 630.015
“Physician assistant” defined
Status: in_force

“ Physician assistant ” means a person who is a graduate of an academic program approved by the Board or who, by general education, practical training and experience determined to be satisfactory by the Board, is qualified to perform medical services under the supervision of a supervising physician and who has been issued a license by the Board.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 644A.010 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 644A / Section 644A.010
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in NRS 644A.011 to 644A.140 , inclusive, have the meanings ascribed to them in those sections.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 645B.680 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 645B / Section 645B.680
Suspension of license for failure to pay child support or comply with certain subpoenas or warrants; reinstatement of license
Status: in_force

<See notes for changes to this section effective under certain conditions.>

1. If the Commissioner receives a copy of a court order issued pursuant to NRS 425.540 that provides for the suspension of all professional, occupational and recreational licenses, certificates and permits issued to a person who is the holder of a license as a mortgage company or mortgage loan originator, the Commissioner shall deem the license issued to that person to be suspended at the end of the 30th day after the date on which the court order was issued unless the Commissioner receives a letter issued to the holder of the license by the district attorney or other public agency pursuant to NRS 425.550 stating that the holder of the license has complied with the subpoena or warrant or has satisfied the arrearage pursuant to NRS 425.560 .

2. The Commissioner shall reinstate a license as a mortgage company or mortgage loan originator that has been suspended by a district court pursuant to NRS 425.540 if the Commissioner receives a letter issued by the district attorney or other public agency pursuant to NRS 425.550 to the person whose license was suspended stating that the person whose license was suspended has complied with the subpoena or warrant or has satisfied the arrearage pursuant to NRS 425.560 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 639.0725 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 639 / Section 639.0725
Regulations: Internet pharmacies
Status: in_force

1. The Board shall adopt such regulations as are necessary for the safe and efficient operation of pharmacies and wholesalers that offer their services to persons in this State via the Internet.

2. For the purposes of this section, “ pharmacy ” includes any person who sells or offers to sell drugs to persons in this State via the Internet.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 629.600 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 629 / Section 629.600
Conversion therapy prohibited
Status: in_force

1. A psychotherapist shall not provide any conversion therapy to a person who is under 18 years of age regardless of the willingness of the person or his or her parent or legal guardian to authorize such therapy.

2. Any violation of subsection 1 is a ground for disciplinary action by a state board that licenses a psychotherapist as defined in subsection 3.

3. As used in this section: (a) “ Conversion therapy ” means any practice or treatment that seeks to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of a person, including, without limitation, a practice or treatment that seeks to change behaviors or gender expressions or to eliminate or reduce sexual or romantic attractions or feelings toward persons of the same gender. The term does not include counseling that: (1) Provides assistance to a person undergoing gender transition; or (2) Provides acceptance, support and understanding of a person or facilitates a person's ability to cope, social support and identity exploration and development, including, without limitation, an intervention to prevent or address unlawful conduct or unsafe sexual practices that is neutral as to the sexual-orientation of the person receiving the intervention and does not seek to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of the person receiving the intervention. (b) “ Psychotherapist ” means: (1) A psychiatrist licensed to practice medicine in this State pursuant to chapter 630 of NRS; (2) A homeopathic physician, advanced practitioner of homeopathy or homeopathic assistant licensed or certified pursuant to chapter 630A of NRS ; (3) A psychiatrist licensed to practice medicine in this State pursuant to chapter 633 of NRS; (4) A psychologist licensed to practice in this State pursuant to chapter 641 of NRS; (5) A social worker licensed in this State as an independent social worker or a clinical social worker pursuant to chapter 641B of NRS ; (6) A registered nurse holding a master's degree in the field of psychiatric nursing and licensed to practice professional nursing in this State pursuant to chapter 632 of NRS; (7) A marriage and family therapist or clinical professional counselor licensed in this State pursuant to chapter 641A of NRS ; or (8) A person who provides counseling services as part of his or her training for any of the professions listed in subparagraphs (1) to (7), inclusive.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 641C.190 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 641C / Section 641C.190
Payment of expenses; deposit of money; delegation of authority to take disciplinary action; deposit of fines; claims for attorney's fees and costs of investigation
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 4, all expenses incurred by the Board in carrying out the provisions of this chapter must be paid from the money which it receives. No part of the salaries or expenses of the Board may be paid out of the State General Fund.

2. All money received by the Board must be deposited in a bank, credit union or other financial institution in this State and paid out on its order for its expenses.

3. In a manner consistent with the provisions of chapter 622A of NRS , the Board may delegate to a hearing officer or panel its authority to take any disciplinary action pursuant to this chapter, impose and collect fines and penalties therefor and deposit the money therefrom in a bank, credit union or other financial institution in this State.

4. If a hearing officer or panel is not authorized to take disciplinary action pursuant to subsection 3, the Board shall deposit the money collected from the imposition of fines with the State Treasurer for credit to the State General Fund. If money is so deposited, the Board may present a claim to the State Board of Examiners for recommendation to the Interim Finance Committee if money is needed to pay attorney's fees or the costs of an investigation, or both.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 630A.120 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 630A / Section 630A.120
Expiration of term; removal of member; replacement of removed member
Status: in_force

1. Upon expiration of his or her term of office, a member shall continue to serve until a person qualified under this chapter is appointed as a successor.

2. A member of the Board may be removed by the Governor for good cause. The Governor shall appoint a person qualified under this chapter to replace a removed member for the remainder of the unexpired term.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 630.2694 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 630 / Section 630.2694
Issuance and display of license; notification of Board upon change of address
Status: in_force

1. The Board shall issue a license as a perfusionist to each applicant who proves to the satisfaction of the Board that the applicant is qualified for licensure. The license authorizes the applicant to represent himself or herself as a licensed perfusionist and to practice perfusion in this State subject to the conditions and limitations of this chapter.

2. Each licensed perfusionist shall: (a) Display his or her current license in a location which is accessible to the public; (b) Keep a copy of his or her current license on file at any health care facility where he or she provides services; and (c) Notify the Board of any change of address in accordance with NRS 630.254 .

3. As used in this section, “ health care facility ” means a medical facility or facility for the dependent licensed pursuant to chapter 449 of NRS .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 639.030 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 639 / Section 639.030
Qualification and terms of members; oath; vacancies; grounds for removal from office
Status: in_force

1. The Governor shall appoint: (a) Six members who are registered pharmacists in the State of Nevada, are actively engaged in the practice of pharmacy in the State of Nevada and have had at least 5 years' experience as registered pharmacists preceding the appointment. (b) One member who is a representative of the general public and is not related to a pharmacist registered in the State of Nevada by consanguinity or affinity within the third degree.

2. Appointments of registered pharmacists must be representative of the practice of pharmacy.

3. Within 30 days after appointment, each member of the Board shall take and subscribe an oath to discharge faithfully and impartially the duties prescribed by this chapter.

4. After the initial terms, the members of the Board must be appointed to terms of 3 years. A person may not serve as a member of the Board for more than three consecutive terms. If a vacancy occurs during a member's term, the Governor shall appoint a person qualified under this chapter to replace that member for the remainder of the unexpired term.

5. The Governor shall remove from the Board any member, after a hearing, for neglect of duty or other just cause.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 631.2853 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 631 / Section 631.2853
Special endorsement of license to administer immunizations: Content and maintenance of patient records
Status: in_force

1. A dentist, dental hygienist or dental therapist who holds a special endorsement issued pursuant to NRS 631.285 shall include in the record of each patient to whom he or she administers an immunization: (a) The date on which the immunization was administered; (b) The site at which the immunization was administered; (c) The brand name of the immunization, the National Drug Code number assigned to the immunization by the United States Food and Drug Administration or the code number assigned to the immunization under another nationally recognized system of coding for immunizations; (d) The dose, manufacturer, lot number and expiration date of the immunization; (e) The name or initials of the dentist, dental hygienist or dental therapist; (f) Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, the address of the location where the immunization was administered; (g) The date on which the Vaccine Information Statement was provided to the patient pursuant to NRS 631.2852 and the date on which the Vaccine Information Statement was published; and (h) A copy of the questions asked by the dentist, dental hygienist or dental therapist and the information provided by the patient or his or her parent or guardian, as applicable, as part of the review of the medical history of the patient conducted pursuant to NRS 631.2852 , which must be signed by the patient or, if the patient is a minor and is not authorized by law to provide consent, his or her parent or guardian.

2. A dentist, dental hygienist or dental therapist is not required to include the information described in paragraph (f) of subsection 1 if that information is automatically included in a report made pursuant to NRS 439.265 .

3. The records described in subsection 1 must be maintained in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including, without limitation: (a) The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, Public Law 104-191 , and any applicable regulations adopted pursuant thereto; and (b) NRS 629.051 to 629.069 , inclusive, and any regulations adopted pursuant thereto.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 640.014 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 640 / Section 640.014
“Dry needling” defined
Status: in_force

“ Dry needling ”:

1. Means a skilled technique performed by a physical therapist using a single-use, single-insertion, sterile filiform needle, which is used to penetrate the skin or underlying tissue to effect change in body conditions, pain, movement, impairment and disability.

2. Does not include: (a) The stimulation of an auricular point; (b) The stimulation of sinus points or other nonlocal points to treat underlying organs; (c) Needle retention; or (d) The teaching or application of acupuncture.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 631.378 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 631 / Section 631.378
Immunity from civil liability
Status: in_force

1. Any person who furnishes information to the Board concerning a licensee or an applicant for licensure, in good faith and without malicious intent, is immune from any civil action for furnishing that information.

2. The Board, a review panel, any member, employee or committee of the Board or a review panel, counsel, investigator, expert, hearing officer, licensee or other person who assists the Board in the investigation or prosecution of an alleged violation of a provision of this chapter, a proceeding concerning licensure or reissuance of a license or a criminal prosecution is immune from any civil liability for: (a) Any decision or action taken in good faith and without malicious intent in response to information acquired by the Board. (b) Disseminating information concerning a licensee or an applicant for licensure to any member of the public, other licensing board, national association of registered boards, an agency of the Federal Government or of the State, the Attorney General or any law enforcement agency.

3. A defendant who is the prevailing party in a civil action brought pursuant to subsection 2 may recover the attorney's fees and costs incurred in defending the action.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 629.053 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 629 / Section 629.053
Disclosure on Internet website by State Board of Health and certain regulatory boards concerning destruction of records; regulations
Status: in_force

1. The State Board of Health and each board created pursuant to chapter 630, 630A, 631, 632, 633, 634, 634A, 635, 636, 637, 637B, 640, 640A, 640B, 640C, 641, 641A, 641B, 641C or 641D of NRS shall post on its website on the Internet, if any, a statement which discloses that: (a) Pursuant to the provisions of subsection 7 of NRS 629.051 : (1) The health care records of a person who is less than 23 years of age may not be destroyed; and (2) The health care records of a person who has attained the age of 23 years may be destroyed for those records which have been retained for at least 5 years or for any longer period provided by federal law; and (b) Except as otherwise provided in subsection 7 of NRS 629.051 and unless a longer period is provided by federal law, the health care records of a patient who is 23 years of age or older may be destroyed after 5 years pursuant to subsection 1 of NRS 629.051 .

2. The State Board of Health shall adopt regulations prescribing the contents of the statements required pursuant to this section.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 624.890 — NV Code / Title 54 / Chapter 624 / Section 624.890
Contractor who commits certain violations may be required to obtain services of construction control
Status: in_force

1. If a contractor who performs work concerning a residential photovoltaic system used to produce electricity is determined by the Board to have violated: (a) One or more of the provisions of NRS 624.301 to 624.305 , inclusive, 624.860 , 624.870 or 624.875 ; or (b) Any regulation adopted by the Board with respect to contracts for work concerning a residential photovoltaic system used to produce electricity, the Board may require that the contractor obtain the services of a construction control for each contract that the contractor enters into for work concerning a residential photovoltaic system used to produce electricity.

2. The contractor may not: (a) Be related to the construction control or to an employee or agent of the construction control; or (b) Hold, directly or indirectly, a financial interest in the business of the construction control.

3. As used in this section, “ construction control ” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 627.050 .