Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.067 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.067
“Mobile home” defined
Status: in_force

“ Mobile home ” means a vehicular structure, built on a chassis or frame, which is designed to be used with or without a permanent foundation and is capable of being drawn by a motor vehicle. It may be used as a dwelling when connected to utilities or may be used permanently or temporarily for the advertising, sales, display or promotion of merchandise or services. The term does not include a recreational park trailer.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484B.760 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.760
Penalty for violation of provisions; responsibility of parent of child or guardian of ward; applicability of provisions to bicycles, electric bicycles and electric scooters
Status: in_force

1. It is a civil infraction punishable pursuant to NRS 484A.703 to 484A.705 , inclusive, for any person to do any act forbidden or fail to perform any act required in NRS 484B.768 to 484B.790 , inclusive.

2. The parent of any child and the guardian of any ward shall not authorize or knowingly permit the child or ward to violate any of the provisions of chapters 484A to 484E, inclusive, of NRS.

3. The provisions applicable to bicycles, electric bicycles and electric scooters apply whenever a bicycle, an electric bicycle or an electric scooter is operated upon any highway or upon any path set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles, electric bicycles and electric scooters subject to those exceptions stated herein.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 489.774 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 489 / Section 489.774
“Transferor” defined
Status: in_force

“ Transferor ” means any person who:

1. Sells or leases or attempts to sell or lease a manufactured home, mobile home, manufactured building or commercial coach or factory-built housing or any interest therein to a transferee; or

2. Transfers or attempts to transfer a manufactured home, mobile home, manufactured building or commercial coach or factory-built housing or any interest therein to a transferee in any other manner.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 488.400 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 488 / Section 488.400
Operation of vessel or manipulation of water skis or surfboard recklessly or while intoxicated or under influence of controlled substance prohibited
Status: in_force

1. A person shall not operate any vessel, or manipulate any water skis, surfboard or similar device in a reckless or negligent manner so as to endanger the life or property of any person.

2. A person shall not operate any vessel, or manipulate any water skis, surfboard or similar device while intoxicated or under the influence of any controlled substance, unless in accordance with a lawfully issued prescription.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484D.660 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484D / Section 484D.660
Applicability of limits on weight to federal highways; reduction of limits by Department of Transportation or governing body of city or county
Status: in_force

1. The provisions of NRS 484D.635 , 484D.640 and 484D.645 do not apply to any highway that is a part of the Federal-Aid Primary System, Federal-Aid Urban System, Federal-Aid Secondary System or Interstate System if their application would prevent this State from receiving any federal funds for highway purposes under section 127 of Title 23, U.S.C .

2. The Department of Transportation, with respect to highways under its jurisdiction, and the governing bodies of cities and counties, with respect to roads and streets under their jurisdiction, after determining that use by vehicles otherwise conforming with the maximum weight limits prescribed in NRS 484D.635 , 484D.640 and 484D.645 is likely to cause substantial stress to any highway, road, street, or portion or structure thereof, may, by proper notice, fix a reduced maximum weight limit for vehicles which may pass over any such highway, road, street, or portion or structure thereof.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 489.351 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 489 / Section 489.351
Examination of applicant for license; waiver for specialty serviceperson in certain circumstances
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, the Administrator shall require an oral or written examination of each applicant for a license as a dealer, distributor, responsible managing employee, salesperson, general serviceperson or specialty serviceperson.

2. The Administrator may waive the examination required pursuant to subsection 1 for an applicant for a license as a specialty serviceperson if: (a) The applicant holds another valid license issued by this State; and (b) The services performed by the applicant pursuant to that license are substantially similar to the services to be performed by the applicant as a specialty serviceperson.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 489.451 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 489 / Section 489.451
Commercial coach to bear certificate and label of compliance; limitation
Status: in_force

Every commercial coach which is rented, leased or sold or offered for rent, lease or sale in this State must bear a certificate and label of compliance issued by this State if the commercial coach was manufactured on or after July 1, 1977.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484B.103 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.103
Rights and duties of person riding animal or driving vehicle drawn by animal
Status: in_force

Every person riding an animal or driving any animal-drawn vehicle upon a highway shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle, except those provisions which by their nature can have no application.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 487.685 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 487 / Section 487.685
On-line survey: Completion by body shop; form; contents; availability to public
Status: in_force

1. A body shop licensed in this State must complete an on-line survey within 60 days immediately preceding the date of the submission of the application for renewal of the license of the body shop.

2. The Department shall conduct the survey by providing a form on its website or other Internet site to be completed by each body shop and submitted electronically to the Department.

3. Each survey must include, without limitation: (a) The name and address of the body shop; (b) The labor rate charged by the body shop; (c) The vehicle storage rate charged by the body shop, if any, both for indoor storage and outdoor storage, if those rates differ; and (d) Any other information the Department deems necessary.

4. The information obtained from each survey must be available to the public on-line not more than 30 days after the renewal of the body shop's license.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484C.240 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484C / Section 484C.240
Admissibility of evidence of refusal to submit to evidentiary test; availability of results of test; admissibility of evidence from test
Status: in_force

1. If a person refuses to submit to a required chemical test provided for in NRS 484C.150 or 484C.160 , evidence of that refusal is admissible in any criminal or administrative action arising out of acts alleged to have been committed while the person was: (a) Driving or in actual physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or a controlled substance or with a prohibited substance in his or her blood or urine; or (b) Engaging in any other conduct prohibited by NRS 484C.110 , 484C.120 , 484C.130 or 484C.430 .

2. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 3 of NRS 484C.150 , a court or hearing officer may not exclude evidence of a required test or failure to submit to such a test if the police officer or other person substantially complied with the provisions of NRS 484C.150 to 484C.250 , inclusive, and 484C.600 to 484C.640 , inclusive.

3. If a person submits to a chemical test provided for in NRS 484C.150 or 484C.160 , full information concerning that test must be made available, upon request of the person, to the person or his or her attorney.

4. Evidence of a required test is not admissible in a criminal or administrative proceeding unless it is shown by documentary or other evidence that the law enforcement agency calibrated the breath-testing device and otherwise maintained it as required by the regulations of the Committee on Testing for Intoxication.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 487.001 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 487 / Section 487.001
Applicability of chapter to mobile homes
Status: in_force

1. The provisions of this chapter, except NRS 487.290 , apply to mobile homes although not licensed or registered.

2. As used in this section, “ mobile home ” means a vehicular structure, built on a chassis or frame, which is designed to be used with or without a permanent foundation and is capable of being drawn by a motor vehicle. The term does not include a recreational park trailer as defined in NRS 482.1005 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 486.084 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 486 / Section 486.084
Payment of child support: Statement by applicant for license; grounds for denial of license; duty of Department
Status: in_force

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

1. An applicant for the issuance or renewal of a motorcycle driver's license shall submit to the Department 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 Department 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 (b) A separate form prescribed by the Department.

3. A motorcycle driver's license may not be issued or renewed by the Department if the applicant: (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 Department 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. § 484B.043 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.043
“Person with a temporary disability” defined
Status: in_force

“Person with a temporary disability” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 482.3839 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.224 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.224
Replica vehicles: Limitation on number of vehicles for which Department may issue certificate of registration; application for registration to state certain facts
Status: in_force

1. The Department may not issue a certificate of registration for more than 100 replica vehicles each year. The fact that the vehicle is to be registered as a replica vehicle must be stated in the application for registration.

2. For purposes of this section, “ replica vehicle ” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 445B.759 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484D.690 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484D / Section 484D.690
Maximum width of bus
Status: in_force

The legal maximum width of a bus is 102 inches, excluding mirrors, lights and other devices required for safety.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.175 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.175
Validity of registration: Powers and duties of Department and registered dealers
Status: in_force

The Department and the officers and deputies thereof and registered dealers shall examine, and to the best of their ability determine the genuineness and regularity of, every registration and transfer of registration of a vehicle as provided in this chapter, in order that every certificate issued for a vehicle must contain true statements of the ownership thereof, and to prevent the registration of a vehicle by any person not entitled thereto. The Department or a registered dealer may require any applicant to furnish such information in addition to that contained in the application as may be necessary to satisfy the Department of the truth and regularity of the application.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482C.325 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482C / Section 482C.325
Disclosures required in car sharing agreement
Status: in_force

Each car sharing program agreement entered into between a peer-to-peer car sharing program and a shared vehicle driver or shared vehicle owner shall disclose:

1. Any right of the peer-to-peer car sharing program to seek indemnification from the shared vehicle owner or the shared vehicle driver for economic loss sustained by the peer-to-peer car sharing program resulting from a breach of the terms and conditions of the car sharing program agreement.

2. That a motor vehicle liability insurance policy issued to the shared vehicle owner for the shared vehicle or to the shared vehicle driver does not provide a defense or indemnification for any claim asserted by the peer-to-peer car sharing program.

3. That the insurance coverage of the peer-to-peer car sharing program on the shared vehicle owner and the shared vehicle driver is in effect only during each car sharing period and that, for any use of the shared vehicle by the shared vehicle driver after the car sharing termination time, the shared vehicle driver and shared vehicle owner may not have insurance coverage.

4. The daily rate, fees and, if applicable, any insurance or protection package costs that are charged to the shared vehicle owner or the shared vehicle driver.

5. That the motor vehicle liability insurance of the shared vehicle owner may not provide coverage for a shared vehicle.

6. An emergency telephone number to personnel capable of fielding roadside assistance and other customer service inquiries.

7. If there are conditions under which a shared vehicle driver must maintain a personal motor vehicle liability insurance policy with certain applicable coverage limits on a primary basis in order to book a shared motor vehicle.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484C.610 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484C / Section 484C.610
Certification of breath-testing devices; creation and maintenance of list of such devices; presumption of accuracy and reliability of device; other evidence of concentration of alcohol in breath not precluded
Status: in_force

1. The Committee on Testing for Intoxication shall: (a) In the manner set forth in subsection 2, certify a device that the Committee determines is designed and manufactured to be accurate and reliable for the purpose of testing a person's breath to determine the concentration of alcohol in the person's breath; and (b) Create, maintain and make available to the public, free of charge, a list of those devices certified by the Committee, described by manufacturer and type.

2. To determine whether a device is designed and manufactured to be accurate and reliable for the purpose of testing a person's breath to determine the concentration of alcohol in the person's breath, the Committee may: (a) Use the list of qualified products meeting the requirements for evidential breath-testing devices of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; or (b) Establish its own standards and procedures for evaluating those devices and obtain evaluations of the devices from the Director of the Department of Public Safety or the agent of the Director.

3. If such a device has been certified by the Committee to be accurate and reliable pursuant to this section, it is presumed that, as designed and manufactured, the device is accurate and reliable for the purpose of testing a person's breath to determine the concentration of alcohol in the person's breath.

4. This section does not preclude the admission of evidence of the concentration of alcohol in a person's breath where the information is obtained through the use of a device other than one of a type certified by the Committee.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 480.950 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 480 / Section 480.950
Regulations
Status: in_force

1. The Office may adopt any regulations necessary to carry out the provisions of NRS 480.900 to 480.950 , inclusive.

2. Every state agency shall, to the extent practicable, comply with the provisions of any regulations adopted by the Office pursuant to NRS 480.900 to 480.950 , inclusive.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.473 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.473
Establishment of uniform system of demerit points; schedule of demerits; assessment of points
Status: in_force

1. As used in this section, “ traffic violation ” means conviction of a moving traffic violation in any municipal court, justice court or district court in this State or a finding by any municipal court or justice court in this State that a person has committed a civil infraction pursuant to NRS 484A.703 to 484A.705 , inclusive. The term includes a finding by a juvenile court that a child has violated a traffic law or ordinance other than one governing standing or parking. The term does not include a conviction or a finding by a juvenile court of a violation of the speed limit posted by a public authority under the circumstances described in subsection 1 of NRS 484B.617 .

2. The Department shall establish a uniform system of demerit points for various traffic violations occurring within this State affecting the driving privilege of any person who holds a driver's license issued by the Department and persons deemed to have future driving privileges pursuant to NRS 483.447 . The system must be based on the accumulation of demerits during a period of 12 months.

3. The system must be uniform in its operation, and the Department shall set up a schedule of demerits for each traffic violation, depending upon the gravity of the violation, on a scale of one demerit point for a minor violation of any traffic law to eight demerit points for an extremely serious violation of the law governing traffic violations. If a conviction of two or more traffic violations committed on a single occasion is obtained, points must be assessed for one offense or civil infraction, and if the point values differ, points must be assessed for the offense or civil infraction having the greater point value. Details of the violation must be submitted to the Department by the court where the conviction or finding is obtained. The Department may provide for a graduated system of demerits within each category of violations according to the extent to which the traffic law was violated.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 481A.020 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 481A / Section 481A.020
Representatives designated to serve on cooperating committee
Status: in_force

The designated representatives of this State to serve on the cooperating committee established by Article IV of the Multistate Highway Transportation Agreement are:

1. The Chair of the Joint Interim Standing Committee on Growth and Infrastructure or a person designated by the Chair; and

2. The Vice Chair of the Joint Interim Standing Committee on Growth and Infrastructure or a person designated by the Vice Chair.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484D.525 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484D / Section 484D.525
Installation and mounting of traction devices, tire chains or snow tires
Status: in_force

If a motor vehicle is required to be equipped with traction devices, tire chains or snow tires, the devices or chains must be installed or the tires must be mounted on at least two:

1. Driving wheels of the motor vehicle; and

2. Braking wheels of any trailing vehicle in a combination of vehicles if that trailing vehicle is equipped or required to be equipped with brakes.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484D.340 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484D / Section 484D.340
Civil penalties
Status: in_force

Any person who, with an intent to defraud, violates any requirement imposed by NRS 484D.300 to 484D.345 , inclusive, is liable to the person harmed by such act or acts, in an amount equal to the sum of:

1. Three times the amount of actual damages sustained by the person harmed or $2,500, whichever is greater; and

2. If the action of the person harmed is successful in enforcing the liability imposed by subsection 1, the costs of the action together with reasonable attorney's fees, as determined by the court.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.065 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.065
“Driver's license” defined
Status: in_force

“Driver's license” means a license issued under the laws of this State authorizing a person to drive a motor vehicle in this State.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484A.215 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484A / Section 484A.215
“Road” defined
Status: in_force

“ Road ” means the entire width between the boundary lines of every highway outside the territorial limits of a city and open to the use of the public for purposes of vehicular traffic.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.8605 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.8605
Change of full legal name on card: Requirements; circumstances when permitted; fee
Status: in_force

1. A person must request that the Department change his or her full legal name on an identification card issued by the Department after a legal change of the person's name indicated on: (a) An order of a court of competent jurisdiction changing the name of the person; (b) A decree of adoption; (c) A certificate of marriage; or (d) A decree of divorce.

2. A request required pursuant to subsection 1 must: (a) Be made on a form prescribed by the Department; and (b) Include an original or certified copy of the order, decree or certificate.

3. A person may request that the Department change his or her full legal name on an identification card issued by the Department upon adoption, marriage, divorce or the death of a spouse. Such a request must be made on a form prescribed by the Department and must include: (a) Upon adoption, an original or certified copy of a decree of adoption and an affidavit on a form prescribed by the Department indicating the person's choice to: (1) Change his or her last name to the last name of one of his or her adoptive parents; (2) Use his or her last name hyphenated with the last name of one of his or her adoptive parents; or (3) Replace his or her middle name with his or her last name and use as his or her last name the last name of one of his or her adoptive parents. (b) Upon marriage, an original or certified copy of a certificate of marriage and an affidavit on a form prescribed by the Department indicating the person's choice to: (1) Change his or her last name to the last name of his or her spouse; (2) Use his or her last name hyphenated with the last name of his or her spouse; or (3) Replace his or her middle name with his or her last name and use as his or her last name the last name of his or her spouse. (c) Upon divorce, an original or certified copy of a decree of divorce and an affidavit on a form prescribed by the Department indicating the person's choice to: (1) Change his or her last name back to a last name he or she used before the marriage; or (2) If he or she changed his or her name pursuant to subparagraph (3) of paragraph (b), change his or her middle name and last name back to the middle name and last name he or she used before the marriage. (d) Upon the death of a spouse, an original or certified copy of a certificate of marriage and an original or certified copy of a death certificate and an affidavit on a form prescribed by the Department indicating the person's choice to: (1) Change his or her last name back to a name he or she used before the marriage; or (2) If he or she changed his or her name pursuant to subparagraph (3) of paragraph (b), change his or her middle name and last name back to the middle name and last name he or she used before the marriage.

4. Upon receipt of a request that meets the requirements of subsection 2 or 3, the Department shall: (a) Change the full legal name of a person on the identification card issued to the person by the Department; and (b) Provide to the person who requested the change a document which evidences that such a change was made pursuant to this section.

5. The Department may charge and collect, for a change to an identification card pursuant to this section, the fee provided in NRS 483.820 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.3817 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.3817
Retired military vehicles
Status: in_force

1. The Department may issue special license plates and registration certificates to residents of Nevada for a retired military vehicle pursuant to this section. The Department shall not design, prepare or issue the license plates unless it receives at least 25 applications for the issuance of those plates. The retired military vehicle must not be used for general transportation but may be used for exhibitions, parades, charitable events, fundraisers or similar activities.

2. In lieu of the annual registration fees required by this chapter, and of the governmental services tax imposed by chapter 371 of NRS , the owner of a retired military vehicle seeking registration pursuant to this section may submit: (a) An affidavit to the Department indicating that the retired military vehicle: (1) Will only be used for the purposes enumerated in subsection 1; (2) Is safe to be operated on the highways of this State; and (3) Will be at least 20 years old on the date on which the owner of the retired military vehicle applies for license plates pursuant to this section. (b) The following fees for the issuance of license plates pursuant to this section: (1) For the first issuance $25 (2) For a renewal sticker $10

3. A retired military vehicle registered pursuant to this section must not be operated on the highways of this State unless the vehicle complies with the provisions of NRS 484D.600 to 484D.740 , inclusive, and, if the vehicle is a retired military vehicle with: (a) Tires, is equipped with rubber tires that will not damage the roadway surface and have a maximum vehicle tire pressure of not more than 125 pounds per square inch. (b) Tracks, has a circular metal band of a width of not less than 3 inches placed entirely around the periphery of such tracks, such band to serve as a protection against the tearing up or marring of the surface of the highway.

4. The Department shall use to register a retired military vehicle pursuant to this section any vehicle identification number that is clearly visible and is securely affixed to or stamped on an integral part of the vehicle. If no such number is available, the Department may assign a distinguishing number pursuant to NRS 482.290 .

5. License plates issued pursuant to this section must bear the inscription “Retired Military Vehicle” and the plates must be numbered consecutively.

6. The cost of the die and the modifications necessary for the issuance of a license plate pursuant to this section must be paid from private sources without any expense to the State of Nevada.

7. If, during a registration year, the holder of license plates issued pursuant to the provisions of this section disposes of the retired military vehicle to which the plates are affixed, the holder shall: (a) Retain the plates and affix them to another vehicle that meets the requirements of this section if the transfer and registration fees are paid as set out in this chapter; or (b) Within 30 days after removing the plates from the vehicle, return them to the Department.

8. As used in this section, “ retired military vehicle ” means any vehicle or trailer, regardless of size, weight or year of manufacture, that was manufactured for use in the military forces of any country and is maintained to depict or represent military design or markings. The term includes, without limitation, armored vehicles, passenger cars, half-track vehicles, motorcycles, pick-up trucks, sport utility vehicles, tracked vehicles, trailers, trucks and truck-tractors.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484B.440 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.440
Stopping, standing or parking outside of business or residence district
Status: in_force

1. Upon any highway outside of a business or residence district no person shall stop, park or leave standing any vehicle, whether attended or unattended, upon the paved or main-traveled part of the highway when it is practicable to stop, park or so leave such vehicle off such part of the highway, but in every event an unobstructed width of the highway opposite a standing vehicle shall be left for the free passage of other vehicles and a clear view of such stopped vehicles shall be available from a distance of 200 feet in each direction upon such highway.

2. This section shall not apply to the driver of any vehicle which is disabled while on the paved or main-traveled portion of a highway in such manner and to such extent that it is impossible to avoid stopping and temporarily leaving such disabled vehicle in such position.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 485.350 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 485 / Section 485.350
False or forged policy of insurance, certificate of self-insurance, proof of financial responsibility, evidence of insurance or other document; misrepresentation of documents
Status: in_force

Any person who:

1. Forges, materially alters or, without authority, signs any policy of insurance, certificate of self-insurance, proof of financial responsibility, evidence of insurance or other document required pursuant to this chapter;

2. Files or offers for filing any policy of insurance, certificate of self-insurance, proof of financial responsibility, evidence of insurance or other document knowing or having reason to believe that it is forged, altered or signed without authority; or

3. Misrepresents the validity of any policy of insurance, certificate of self-insurance, proof of financial responsibility, evidence of insurance or other document required pursuant to this chapter,

is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.360 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.360
Restricted license; procedure for suspension or revocation; penalty
Status: in_force

1. The Department upon issuing a driver's license shall have authority, whenever good cause appears, to impose restrictions suitable to the licensee's driving ability with respect to special mechanical control devices required on a motor vehicle which the licensee may drive, or such other restrictions applicable to the licensee as the Department may determine to be appropriate to assure the safe driving of a motor vehicle by the licensee.

2. The Department may either issue a special restricted license or may set forth such restrictions upon the usual license form.

3. The Department may, upon receiving satisfactory evidence of any violation of the restrictions of such license, suspend or revoke the same, but the licensee shall be entitled to a hearing as upon a suspension or revocation under NRS 483.010 to 483.630 , inclusive.

4. It is a misdemeanor for any person to drive a motor vehicle in any manner in violation of the restrictions imposed in a restricted license issued to the person.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 485.390 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 485 / Section 485.390
Chapter supplemental to laws regarding motor vehicles
Status: in_force

This chapter shall in no respect be considered as a repeal of the state motor vehicle laws, but shall be construed as supplemental thereto.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484C.470 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484C / Section 484C.470
Extension of order to install ignition interlock device; penalties for tampering with or driving without ignition interlock device; probation and suspension of sentence prohibited; plea bargaining restricted
Status: in_force

1. The court may extend the order of a person who is required to install an ignition interlock device pursuant to NRS 484C.210 or 484C.460 , to one-half of the period during which the person is required to have an ignition interlock device installed, if the court receives from the Director of the Department of Public Safety or the manufacturer of the ignition interlock device or its agent a report that 4 consecutive months prior to the date of release any of the following incidents occurred: (a) Any attempt by the person to start the vehicle with a concentration of alcohol of 0.04 or more in his or her breath unless a subsequent test performed within 10 minutes registers a concentration of alcohol lower than 0.04 and the digital image confirms the same person provided both samples; (b) Failure of the person to take any random test unless a review of the digital image confirms that the vehicle was not occupied by the person at the time of the missed test; (c) Failure of the person to pass any random retest with a concentration of alcohol of 0.025 or lower in his or her breath unless a subsequent test performed within 10 minutes registers a concentration of alcohol lower than 0.025, and the digital image confirms the same person provided both samples; (d) Failure of the person to have the ignition interlock device inspected, calibrated, monitored and maintained by the manufacturer or its agent pursuant to subsection 4 of NRS 484C.460 ; or (e) Any attempt by the person to operate a motor vehicle without an ignition interlock device or tamper with the ignition interlock device.

2. A person required to install an ignition interlock device pursuant to NRS 484C.210 or 484C.460 shall not operate a motor vehicle without an ignition interlock device or tamper with the ignition interlock device.

3. A person who violates any provision of subsection 2: (a) Must have his or her driving privilege revoked in the manner set forth in paragraph (c) or (d) of subsection 1 of NRS 483.460 , as applicable; and (b) Is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be: (1) Punished by imprisonment in jail for not less than 30 days nor more than 6 months; or (2) Sentenced to a term of not less than 60 days in residential confinement nor more than 6 months, and by a fine of not less than $500 nor more than $1,000. No person who is punished pursuant to this section may be granted probation, and no sentence imposed for such a violation may be suspended. No prosecutor may dismiss a charge of such a violation in exchange for a plea of guilty, guilty but mentally ill or nolo contendere to a lesser charge or for any other reason unless, in the judgment of the attorney, the charge is not supported by probable cause or cannot be proved at trial.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484B.580 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.580
Failure to stop at roadblock; penalties
Status: in_force

1. It is unlawful for a person to: (a) Proceed or travel through an administrative roadblock or a temporary roadblock without subjecting himself or herself to the traffic control established at the roadblock. (b) Disobey the lawful orders or directions of a police officer at an administrative roadblock or a temporary roadblock.

2. A person who unlawfully proceeds through an administrative roadblock or a temporary roadblock shall be punished: (a) If the person is the direct cause of a death or substantial bodily harm to any person, or damage to property in excess of $1,000, for a category B felony by imprisonment in the state prison for a minimum term of not less than 1 year and a maximum term of not more than 6 years, or by a fine of not more than $5,000, or by both fine and imprisonment. (b) If no death, substantial bodily harm or damage to property in excess of $1,000 occurs, for a gross misdemeanor.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 488.405 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 488 / Section 488.405
“Concentration of alcohol of 0.08 or more in his or her blood or breath” defined
Status: in_force

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

As used in NRS 488.410 , 488.420 and 488.425 , the phrase “ concentration of alcohol of 0.08 or more in his or her blood or breath ” means 0.08 gram or more per 100 milliliters of the blood of a person or per 210 liters of his or her breath.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.3159 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.3159
Waiver of provisions is void
Status: in_force

A waiver of any of the provisions of NRS 482.3151 to 482.3159 , inclusive, is contrary to public policy and is void and unenforceable.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 480.610 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 480 / Section 480.610
Inspections for purpose of locating stolen vehicles: Authority to conduct; timing; privately owned terminals and parking facilities; definitions
Status: in_force

1. For the purpose of locating stolen vehicles, except as otherwise provided in subsection 3, an employee of the Department or a local law enforcement agency whose primary responsibility is to conduct investigations involving the theft of motor vehicles, may inspect: (a) The identification numbers of a vehicle that is on the highway or in any garage, repair shop, terminal, parking facility, establishment where new or used vehicles or equipment for vehicles are sold, leased or rented, vehicle salvage pool or any other similar establishment, or any commercial location where agricultural or construction work is being actively performed; and (b) The title or registration of a vehicle described in paragraph (a) to determine the rightful ownership or possession of the vehicle or an identifiable component part.

2. Whenever possible, a person who conducts an inspection pursuant to this section shall conduct the inspection during normal business hours and in such a manner as to minimize any interference with or delay of the business operations of the establishment where the inspection takes place.

3. A person may not conduct an inspection pursuant to this section of a terminal that is privately owned or a parking facility that is privately owned unless, before conducting the inspection, the person obtains permission to conduct the inspection from: (a) The owner of the terminal or parking facility; or (b) An agent or representative of the owner who has been authorized by the owner to grant permission to a person seeking to conduct an inspection pursuant to this section.

4. As used in this section: (a) “ Garage ” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 487.540 . (b) “ Identifiable component part ” means a component of a motor vehicle that may be distinguished from other similar components by a serial number or other distinguishing number, sign or mark. (c) “ Local law enforcement agency ” means: (1) The sheriff's office of a county; (2) A metropolitan police department; or (3) A police department of an incorporated city. (d) “ Parking facility ” means a parking deck, parking garage, parking structure or paved or unpaved parking lot that members of the public regularly enter, are reasonably likely to enter, or are invited or permitted to enter as invitees or licensees. (e) “ Terminal ” means a terminal that members of the public regularly enter, are reasonably likely to enter, or are invited or permitted to enter as invitees or licensees. (f) “ Vehicle ” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 482.135 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 489.323 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 489 / Section 489.323
Proof of completion of continuing education required for renewal of license of dealer, distributor, general serviceperson, specialty serviceperson, responsible managing employee or salesperson; waiver
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, if a licensee is a dealer, distributor, general serviceperson, specialty serviceperson, responsible managing employee or salesperson, the Division shall not renew a license issued to that licensee until the licensee has submitted proof satisfactory to the Division that the licensee has, during the 2-year period immediately preceding the renewal of the license, completed at least 8 hours of continuing education approved by the Division pursuant to NRS 489.285 .

2. The Administrator may waive the requirement for continuing education set forth in subsection 1 for a licensee who is a specialty serviceperson if: (a) The licensee holds a license issued by the State Contractors' Board; and (b) The Administrator determines that, based upon the license described in paragraph (a) and the services provided by the licensee, it is in the best interest of this State for the Administrator to waive the requirement for continuing education for the licensee.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 487.090 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 487 / Section 487.090
Operation of vehicles on highway without registration; conditions
Status: in_force

Any licensed automobile wrecker owning or controlling any vehicle of a type required to be registered under the laws of this State may operate or move such a vehicle upon the highways without subjecting the vehicle to registration if such operation or movement is for the sole purpose of moving the vehicle from its location to the established place of business of the licensee. A licensed automobile wrecker may obtain license plates from the Department for the movement of such vehicles.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.045 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.045
“Concentration of alcohol of 0.02 or more but less than 0.08 in his or her blood or breath” defined
Status: in_force

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

The phrase “ concentration of alcohol of 0.02 or more but less than 0.08 in his or her blood or breath ” means 0.02 gram or more but less than 0.08 gram of alcohol per 100 milliliters of the blood of a person or per 210 liters of his or her breath.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.3158 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.3158
Certain additional charges permissible under certain circumstances; disclosure of certain additional charges required; certain additional fees prohibited; further prohibitions
Status: in_force

1. The short-term lessor of a passenger car may impose an additional charge: (a) Based on reasonable age criteria established by the lessor. (b) For any item or a service provided if the short-term lessee could have avoided incurring the charge by choosing not to obtain or utilize the optional item or service. (c) For insurance and accessories requested by the lessee. (d) For service incident to the lessee's optional return of the passenger car to a location other than the location where the passenger car was leased. (e) For refueling the passenger car at the conclusion of the lease if the lessee did not return the passenger car with as much fuel as was in the fuel tank at the beginning of the lease. (f) For any authorized driver in addition to the short-term lessee but shall not, except as otherwise provided in this paragraph, charge more than $10 per full or partial 24-hour period for such an additional authorized driver. The monetary amount set forth in this paragraph must be adjusted for each fiscal year that begins on or after July 1, 2008, by adding to that amount the product of that amount multiplied by the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index West Urban for All Urban Consumers (All Items) between the calendar year ending on December 31, 2005, and the calendar year immediately preceding the fiscal year for which the adjustment is made. The Department shall, on or before March 1 of each year, publish the adjusted amount for the next fiscal year on its website or otherwise make that information available to short-term lessors. (g) To recover costs incurred by the short-term lessor as a condition of doing business, including, without limitation: (1) The short-term lessor's vehicle licensing costs; and (2) Concession, access and other fees imposed on the short-term lessor by an airport or other facility for the privilege of operating at the facility. (h) To recover any fees paid by the short-term lessor on behalf of the short-term lessee, including, without limitation, a customer facility charge imposed on the short-term lessee by an airport or other facility for the privilege of using the facility.

2. The short-term lessor of a passenger car that wishes to impose an additional charge pursuant to paragraph (g) or (h) of subsection 1: (a) Must, at the time the lease commences, provide the short-term lessee with a lease agreement which clearly discloses all charges for the entire lease, excluding charges that cannot be determined at the time the lease commences; and (b) Must: (1) At the time the short-term lessee makes the reservation for the short-term lease of the passenger car, provide a good faith estimate of the total of all charges for the entire lease, excluding mileage charges and charges for optional items that cannot be determined based upon the information provided by the short-term lessee; or (2) At the time the short-term lessor provides a price quote or estimate for the short-term lease of the passenger car, disclose the existence of any vehicle licensing costs and any other separately stated additional charge.

3. A short-term lessor shall not charge a short-term lessee, as a condition of leasing a passenger car, an additional fee for: (a) Any surcharges required for fuel. (b) Transporting the lessee to the location where the passenger car will be delivered to the lessee.

4. If a short-term lessor: (a) Delivers a passenger car to a short-term lessee at a location other than the location where the lessor normally carries on its business, the lessor shall not charge the lessee any amount for the period before the delivery of the passenger car. (b) Takes possession of a passenger car from a short-term lessee at a location other than the location where the lessor normally carries on its business, the lessor shall not charge the lessee any amount for the period after the lessee notifies the lessor to take possession of the passenger car.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484A.792 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484A / Section 484A.792
Certain fines and forfeitures of bail must be paid into State Permanent School Fund
Status: in_force

If a person commits any offense for which a local authority is prohibited from enacting an ordinance pursuant to subsection 3 of NRS 484A.400 , any fine paid or forfeiture of bail by the person must be paid into the State Treasury for credit to the State Permanent School Fund.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.875 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.875
Expiration as prescribed by regulation; renewability of card; duties of and restriction upon authority of Department
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 483.861 and 483.870 , an identification card and a renewal of an identification card issued pursuant to NRS 483.810 to 483.890 , inclusive, expires as prescribed by regulation.

2. The Department shall adopt regulations prescribing when an identification card expires.

3. An identification card is renewable at any time before its expiration upon application and payment of the required fee.

4. The Department shall issue an identification card that is valid only during the time the applicant is authorized to stay in the United States, or if there is no definite end to the time the applicant is authorized to stay, the identification card is valid for 1 year beginning on the date of issuance.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.700 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.700
License required
Status: in_force

No person may operate a school for training drivers, or engage in the business of giving instruction for hire in driving motor vehicles or in the preparation of an applicant for an examination given by the Department for a driver's license, unless the person has secured a license therefor from the Department as provided in NRS 483.700 to 483.780 , inclusive.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.31632 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.31632
Payment of child support: Statement by applicant for license; grounds for denial of license; duty of Department
Status: in_force

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

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 5, an applicant for the issuance or renewal of a license as a vehicle transporter shall submit to the Department 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 Department 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 (b) A separate form prescribed by the Department.

3. A license as a vehicle transporter may not be issued or renewed by the Department if the applicant: (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 Department 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.

5. If a licensee renews an existing license electronically, the licensee shall keep the original of the statement required pursuant to subsection 1 at his or her place of business for not less than 3 years after submitting the electronic renewal. The statement must be available during business hours for inspection by any authorized agent of the Director or the State of Nevada.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.914 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.914
Department to notify Commercial Driver's License Information System of certain matters concerning issuance and validity of licenses
Status: in_force

1. Within 10 days after issuing, transferring, renewing or upgrading any commercial driver's license, the Department shall so notify the Commercial Driver's License Information System and provide it with such information as it may require regarding the person who holds that license.

2. Within 10 days after the disqualification for 60 days or more of a person who holds a commercial driver's license, or after the suspension, revocation or cancellation of that license, the Department shall update its records to reflect that action and shall provide notification of that disqualification, suspension, revocation or cancellation to the Commercial Driver's License Information System and, if the license was issued by another jurisdiction, to the licensing authority of the jurisdiction which issued the license.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 489.651 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 489 / Section 489.651
Supplies of forms; disposition of fees
Status: in_force

1. The Division shall provide each county assessor with a sufficient quantity of application and permit forms.

2. The assessor or an appropriate officer shall remit one-half of the fee collected for the trip permit monthly to the Division for deposit in the Account.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.275 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.275
License plates: Display
Status: in_force

1. The license plates for a motor vehicle other than a motorcycle, moped or motor vehicle being transported by a licensed vehicle transporter must be attached thereto, one in the rear and, except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, one in the front. The license plate issued for all other vehicles required to be registered must be attached to the rear of the vehicle. The license plates must be so displayed during the current calendar year or registration period.

2. If the motor vehicle was not manufactured to include a bracket, device or other contrivance to display and secure a front license plate, and if the manufacturer of the motor vehicle provided no other means or method by which a front license plate may be displayed upon and secured to the motor vehicle: (a) One license plate must be attached to the motor vehicle in the rear; and (b) The other license plate may, at the option of the owner of the vehicle, be attached to the motor vehicle in the front.

3. The provisions of subsection 2 do not relieve the Department of the duty to issue a set of two license plates as otherwise required pursuant to NRS 482.265 or other applicable law and do not entitle the owner of a motor vehicle to pay a reduced tax or fee in connection with the registration or transfer of the motor vehicle. If the owner of a motor vehicle, in accordance with the provisions of subsection 2, exercises the option to attach a license plate only to the rear of the motor vehicle, the owner shall: (a) Retain the other license plate; and (b) Insofar as it may be practicable, return or surrender both plates to the Department as a set when required by law to do so.

4. Every license plate must at all times be securely fastened to the vehicle to which it is assigned so as to prevent the plate from swinging and at a height not less than 12 inches from the ground, measuring from the bottom of such plate, in a place and position to be clearly visible, and must be maintained free from foreign materials and in a condition to be clearly legible.

5. Any license plate which is issued to a vehicle transporter or a dealer, rebuilder or manufacturer may be attached to a vehicle owned or controlled by that person by a secure means. No license plate may be displayed loosely in the window or by any other unsecured method in any motor vehicle.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.367 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.367
Fees; deposit of fees to credit of Motor Vehicle Fund
Status: in_force

1. The Department shall charge and collect the following fees for the issuance of personalized prestige license plates, which fees are in addition to all other license fees and applicable taxes: (a) For the first issuance $35 (b) For a renewal sticker 20 (c) For changing to another personalized prestige license plate 35

2. The additional fees collected by the Department for the issuing of personalized prestige license plates must be deposited with the State Treasurer to the credit of the Motor Vehicle Fund.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484D.335 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484D / Section 484D.335
Criminal penalties
Status: in_force

1. A person is guilty of a category C felony and shall be punished as provided in NRS 193.130 if the person knowingly sells a motor vehicle whose odometer has been altered for the purpose of fraud.

2. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 1, any person who violates the provisions of NRS 484D.300 to 484D.345 , inclusive, is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.070 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.070
“Farm tractor” defined
Status: in_force

“Farm tractor” means every motor vehicle designed and used primarily as a farm implement for drawing plows, mowing machines and other implements of husbandry.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.065 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.065
“Metal tires” defined
Status: in_force

“Metal tires” means all tires the surface of which in contact with the highway is wholly or partly of metal or other hard, nonresilient material.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.432 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.432
Applicable statutory provisions for perfection and release of security interest
Status: in_force

Compliance with the applicable provisions of NRS 482.423 to 482.431 , inclusive, is sufficient for the perfection and release of a security interest in a vehicle and for exemption from the requirement of filing of a financing statement under the provisions of NRS 104.9311 . In all other respects the rights and duties of the debtor and secured party are governed by the Uniform Commercial Code -- Secured Transactions and chapter 97 of NRS to the extent applicable.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 487.160 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 487 / Section 487.160
Denial, suspension or revocation of licenses or refusal to renew: Grounds; hearings; reapplication; disclosure of financial records
Status: in_force

1. The Department may suspend, revoke or refuse to renew a license of an automobile wrecker upon determining that the automobile wrecker: (a) Is not lawfully entitled thereto; (b) Has made, or knowingly or negligently permitted, any illegal use of that license; (c) Has failed to return a salvage title to the state agency when and as required of the licensee by NRS 487.710 to 487.890 , inclusive; or (d) Except as otherwise provided in NRS 487.105 , has failed to surrender to the state agency certificates of title for vehicles before beginning to dismantle or wreck the vehicles.

2. The applicant or licensee may, within 30 days after receipt of the notice of refusal, suspension or revocation, petition the Department in writing for a hearing.

3. Hearings under this section and appeals therefrom must be conducted in the manner prescribed in NRS 482.353 and 482.354 .

4. The Department may suspend, revoke or refuse to renew a license of an automobile wrecker, or may deny a license to an applicant therefor, for any reason determined by the Director to be in the best interest of the public, or if the licensee or applicant: (a) Does not have or maintain an established place of business in this State. (b) Made a material misstatement in any application. (c) Willfully fails to comply with any applicable provision of this chapter. (d) Fails to furnish and keep in force any bond required by NRS 487.047 to 487.200 , inclusive. (e) Fails to discharge any final judgment entered against the licensee or applicant when the judgment arises out of any misrepresentation of a vehicle, trailer or semitrailer. (f) Fails to maintain any license or bond required by a political subdivision of this State. (g) Has been convicted of a felony. (h) Has been convicted of a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor for a violation of a provision of this chapter. (i) Fails or refuses to provide to the Department an authorization for the disclosure of financial records for the business as required pursuant to subsection 7. (j) Knowingly submits or causes to be submitted any false, forged or otherwise fraudulent document to the Department to obtain a lien, title, salvage title or certificate of ownership, or any duplicate thereof, for a vehicle. (k) Knowingly causes or allows a false, forged or otherwise fraudulent document to be maintained as a record of the business. (l) Interferes with or refuses to allow an agent of the Department or any peace officer access to and, upon demand, the opportunity to examine any record held in conjunction with the operation of the wrecker. (m) Displays evidence of unfitness for a license pursuant to NRS 487.165 .

5. If an application for a license as an automobile wrecker is denied, the applicant may not submit another application for at least 6 months after the date of the denial.

6. The Department may refuse to review a subsequent application for licensing submitted by any person who violates any provision of this chapter.

7. Upon the receipt of any report or complaint alleging that an applicant or a licensee has engaged in financial misconduct or has failed to satisfy any financial obligation related to the business of dismantling, scrapping, processing or wrecking of vehicles, the Department may require the applicant or licensee to submit to the Department an authorization for the disclosure of financial records for the business as provided in NRS 239A.090 . The Department may use any information obtained pursuant to such an authorization only to determine the suitability of the applicant or licensee for initial or continued licensure. Information obtained pursuant to such an authorization may be disclosed only to those employees of the Department who are authorized to issue a license to an applicant pursuant to NRS 487.047 to 487.200 , inclusive, or to determine the suitability of an applicant or a licensee for such licensure.

8. For the purposes of this section, failure to adhere to the directives of the state agency advising the licensee of noncompliance with any provision of NRS 487.047 to 487.200 , inclusive, or 487.710 to 487.890 , inclusive, or regulations of the state agency, within 10 days after the receipt of those directives, is prima facie evidence of willful failure to comply.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484A.225 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484A / Section 484A.225
“Rural area” defined
Status: in_force

“ Rural area ” means the area of the State which is not included within an urban area.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.3663 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.3663
Action for damages; additional parties defendant
Status: in_force

1. In addition to the criminal and civil penalties provided in NRS 482.3643 to 482.3665 , inclusive, any person who is injured in his or her business or property by any other person or corporation or association or partnership, by reason of anything forbidden or declared to be unlawful by NRS 482.3643 to 482.3665 , inclusive, may commence a civil action in any court having jurisdiction in the county where the defendant resides or is found, or any agent resides or is found, or where service may be obtained, and recover twice the damages by the person sustained, and the costs of suit.

2. Whenever it appears to the court before which any proceedings under NRS 482.3643 to 482.3665 , inclusive, is pending that the ends of justice require that other parties be brought before the court, the court may cause them to be made parties defendant and summoned, whether they reside in the county where such action is pending or not.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 486.373 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 486 / Section 486.373
Eligibility for enrollment; fee
Status: in_force

1. A resident of this State who holds a driver's license, a motorcycle driver's license or a motorcycle endorsement to a driver's license or who is eligible to apply for such a license or endorsement, or a nonresident who is a member of the Armed Forces of the United States, a reserve component thereof or the National Guard and who is stationed at a military installation located in Nevada, may enroll in the Program.

2. The Director shall establish a fee of not more than $150 for the Program.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.750 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.750
Maintenance of vehicles
Status: in_force

A holder of a license to operate a driver training school shall maintain all vehicles used in driver training in safe mechanical condition at all times.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.037 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.037
“Fiscal year” defined
Status: in_force

“Fiscal year” means a year commencing at 12 p.m. June 30 and ending at 12 p.m. the following June 30.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 487.555 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 487 / Section 487.555
Applicability
Status: in_force

The provisions of NRS 487.530 to 487.690 , inclusive, do not apply to a service station that is exclusively engaged in the business of selling motor vehicle fuel, lubricants or goods unrelated to the repair of motor vehicles.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484B.768 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.768
Required action of operator of bicycle, electric bicycle or electric scooter when turning from direct course; when signal not required
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, an operator of a bicycle, an electric bicycle or an electric scooter upon a roadway shall not turn from a direct course unless the movement may be made with reasonable safety and the operator gives an appropriate signal. The operator shall give the appropriate signal at least one time but is not required to give the signal continuously.

2. An operator of a bicycle, an electric bicycle or an electric scooter is not required to give a signal if: (a) The bicycle, electric bicycle or electric scooter is in a designated turn lane; or (b) Safe operation of the bicycle, electric bicycle or electric scooter requires the operator to keep both hands on the bicycle, electric bicycle or electric scooter.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 480.420 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 480 / Section 480.420
“Off-road vehicle” defined
Status: in_force

“ Off-road vehicle ” means a vehicle which is intended for recreational or industrial use and which is not intended or designed for use on a public highway.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 490.320 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 490 / Section 490.320
Ability of applicant or licensee to petition for hearing after notice of denial, suspension or revocation; duties and powers of Director; exception from applicability of section
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 5, an applicant or licensee may, within 30 days after receipt of the notice of denial, suspension or revocation, petition the Director in writing for a hearing.

2. Subject to the further requirements of subsection 3, the Director shall make written findings of fact and conclusions and grant or finally deny the application or revoke the license within 15 days after the hearing unless by interim order the Director extends the time to 30 days after the hearing. If the license has been temporarily suspended, the suspension expires not later than 15 days after the hearing.

3. If the Director finds that the action is necessary in the public interest, upon notice to the licensee, the Director may temporarily suspend or refuse to renew the license issued to an off-highway vehicle dealer, long-term or short-term lessor or manufacturer for a period not to exceed 30 days. A hearing must be held, and a final decision rendered, within 30 days after notice of the temporary suspension.

4. The Director may issue subpoenas for the attendance of witnesses and the production of evidence.

5. The provisions of this section do not apply to an applicant for a temporary permit to engage in the activity of an off-highway vehicle salesperson.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.3151 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.3151
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in NRS 482.3151 to 482.3159 , inclusive, unless the context otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in NRS 482.31515 to 482.3153 , inclusive, have the meanings ascribed to them in those sections.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.657 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.657
Law enforcement personnel authorized to search Registry upon certain accident or emergency situations; notification of emergency contact person; procedures for notification upon death of registrant
Status: in_force

<Section effective on the date the Department of Motor Vehicles has sufficient resources to carry out the amendatory provisions of Laws 2015, c. 119, and all required notifications of that fact have been promulgated by the Department. >

1. A law enforcement officer or a duly appointed authorized employee of a law enforcement agency may search the Next-of-Kin Registry for an emergency contact person of a person if the person on whose behalf the search is conducted: (a) Possesses a Nevada driver's license, identification card or driver authorization card; (b) Has been involved in an accident or emergency situation other than a motor vehicle crash which results in the death, serious bodily injury or other incapacitation of the person; and (c) Is incapable of communicating.

2. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 3, if the law enforcement officer or the duly authorized employee of a law enforcement agency identifies an emergency contact person of a person through the Next-of-Kin Registry pursuant to this section, the officer or employee shall make a reasonable attempt to notify the emergency contact person of the hospital or other location at which the injured or incapacitated person may be located.

3. In the event of the death of a person due to an accident or other emergency situation other than a motor vehicle crash, the law enforcement officer or the duly authorized employee of a law enforcement agency shall coordinate the notification of the emergency contact person with the coroner or medical examiner, as applicable. Such notification may only be made after the positive identification of the decedent.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484D.645 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484D / Section 484D.645
Limitations on weight for vehicle used by regional transportation commission or its contractor to provide public mass transportation; exception for certain vehicles used as part of demonstration project; definitions
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, a vehicle that is used by a regional transportation commission or its contractor to provide public mass transportation may be operated or moved upon a public highway, other than a highway within the designated interstate system, if the maximum weight does not exceed, on a single axle with: (a) Single tires, 20,000 pounds; or (b) Dual tires, 25,000 pounds.

2. A vehicle with a maximum weight on a single axle with single tires of more than 20,000 pounds but not more than 29,000 pounds that is used by a regional transportation commission or its contractor to provide public mass transportation as part of a demonstration project may be operated or moved upon a public highway, other than a highway within the designated interstate system, if the tires are not less than 20 inches in width and the Department of Transportation, after conducting an evaluation of the vehicle: (a) Determines that such operation or movement of the vehicle is in the best interest of the Department; and (b) In its discretion, issues a permit authorizing such operation or movement of the vehicle.

3. As used in this section: (a) “ Contractor ” means any person or governmental entity that has entered into a contract with a regional transportation commission to provide services related to the provision of public mass transportation, but only during the period in which the contract remains legally effective. (b) “ Regional transportation commission ” means any regional transportation commission created and organized in accordance with chapter 277A of NRS , and which provides or sponsors public mass transportation services.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484A.210 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484A / Section 484A.210
“Right-of-way” defined
Status: in_force

“ Right-of-way ” means the right of one vehicle or pedestrian to proceed in a lawful manner in preference to another vehicle or pedestrian approaching under such circumstances of direction, speed and proximity as to give rise to the danger of a crash unless one grants precedence to the other.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 488.263 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 488 / Section 488.263
Permit not required for temporary mooring buoy
Status: in_force

1. A permit is not required for a temporary mooring buoy.

2. As used in this section, a “temporary mooring buoy” is a buoy for the temporary anchorage of a vessel that is removed within 72 hours after the time it is placed.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 485.035 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 485 / Section 485.035
“Judgment” defined
Status: in_force

“Judgment” means any judgment which shall have become final by expiration without appeal of the time within which an appeal might have been perfected, or by final affirmation on appeal rendered by a court of competent jurisdiction of any state or of the United States, upon a cause of action arising out of the ownership, maintenance or use of any motor vehicle for damages, including damages for care and loss of services because of injury to or destruction of property, including the loss of use thereof, or upon a cause of action on an agreement of settlement for such damages.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 487.795 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 487 / Section 487.795
Rebuilt vehicles: Prerequisites to registration; certificate of inspection
Status: in_force

1. A rebuilt vehicle may not be registered until it: (a) Has been inspected by a garage operator who operates a garage that is registered pursuant to NRS 487.560 , by the owner of a body shop licensed pursuant to NRS 487.630 or by an employee of such a garage or body shop; and (b) Is certified pursuant to subsection 2 that the components which have been replaced have been installed properly and are functional and operate safely in accordance with the standards of the manufacturer.

2. If a garage operator or owner of a body shop, or an employee thereof, who performs an inspection pursuant to subsection 1 finds that the components replaced on a rebuilt vehicle have been installed properly and are functional and operate safely in accordance with the standards of the manufacturer, the garage operator, owner or employee shall complete and sign a certificate of inspection, on a form prescribed by the state agency, attesting to the fact that the replaced components have been installed properly and are functional and operate safely in accordance with the standards of the manufacturer.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 487.600 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 487 / Section 487.600
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in NRS 487.600 to 487.687 , inclusive, unless the context otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in NRS 487.604 , 487.606 and 487.608 have the meanings ascribed to them in those sections.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484A.290 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484A / Section 484A.290
“Traffic-control signal” defined
Status: in_force

“ Traffic-control signal ” means any official traffic-control device, whether manually, electrically or mechanically operated, placed or erected by a public authority or railroad, by which traffic is alternately directed to stop or proceed.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 487.6877 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 487 / Section 487.6877
Notice of additional charges over estimate required in certain cases
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided in NRS 487.6879 , if it is determined that additional charges are required to perform the repair authorized, and those additional charges exceed, by 20 percent or $100, whichever is less, the amount set forth in the estimate or statement required to be furnished pursuant to the provisions of NRS 487.6875 , the body shop or garage operator shall notify the owner and insurer of the motor vehicle of the amount of those additional charges.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.379 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.379
Commemorating 125th anniversary of Nevada's admission into Union
Status: in_force

1. The Director may order the design and preparation of license plates which commemorate the 125th anniversary of Nevada's admission into the Union and establish the procedures for the application and issuance of the plates.

2. The Department may designate any colors, numbers and letters for the commemorative plates.

3. A person who is entitled to license plates pursuant to NRS 482.265 may apply for commemorative license plates.

4. The fee for the commemorative license plates is $10, in addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes. If a person is eligible for and applies for any special license plates issued pursuant to NRS 482.3667 , 482.3672 , 482.368 or 482.370 to 482.3825 , inclusive, and applies to have those special license plates combined with commemorative plates, the person must pay the fees for the special license plates in addition to the fee for the commemorative plates.

5. In addition to all fees for the license, registration and governmental services taxes, a person who is eligible for and applies for commemorative plates must pay $25 for the celebration of the 125th anniversary of Nevada's admission into the Union. The fees for the license, registration, and governmental services taxes and the charge for the celebration may be paid with a single check.

6. Commemorative plates are renewable upon the payment of $10.

7. If during a registration period, the holder of commemorative plates issued pursuant to the provisions of this section disposes of the vehicle to which the plates are affixed, the holder may retain the plates and: (a) Within 30 days after removing the plates from the vehicle, return them to the Department; or (b) Affix them to another vehicle which meets the requirements of this section if the transfer and registration fees are paid as is provided for in this chapter.

8. Except as otherwise provided by subsection 10, if a commemorative license plate or set of license plates issued pursuant to the provisions of this section is lost, stolen or mutilated, the owner of the vehicle may secure a duplicate number plate or set of duplicate number plates, as the case may be, from the Department upon payment of the fees set forth in subsection 2 of NRS 482.500 .

9. The Department shall, for each set of commemorative license plates that it issues: (a) Deposit the $25 collected for the celebration of the 125th anniversary of Nevada's admission into the Union with the State Treasurer for credit to the Account for Nevada's 125th Anniversary in the State General Fund; (b) Deposit $7.50 with the State Treasurer for credit to the Motor Vehicle Fund pursuant to the provisions of NRS 482.180 ; and (c) Deposit $2.50 with the State Treasurer for credit to the Department to reimburse the Department for the cost of manufacturing the license plates.

10. The Department shall not: (a) Issue the commemorative license plates after October 31, 1990. (b) Issue duplicate or replacement commemorative license plates after June 30, 1995.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.071 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.071
“Motor home” defined
Status: in_force

“ Motor home ” means a structure:

1. Attached permanently to a self-propelled motor vehicle chassis;

2. Designed as a temporary dwelling for travel, recreational or camping use; and

3. When assembled for the road, has a maximum body width of 102 inches.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.663 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.663
Authority of Department to adopt regulations
Status: in_force

<Section effective on the date the Department of Motor Vehicles has sufficient resources to carry out the amendatory provisions of Laws 2015, c. 119, and all required notifications of that fact have been promulgated by the Department. >

The Department may adopt such regulations as are necessary to carry out the provisions of NRS 483.641 to 483.663 , inclusive.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484B.063 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.063
“School zone” defined
Status: in_force

“School zone” means those sections of streets which are adjacent to school property.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484B.468 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.468
Parking space designated for charging electric or hybrid electric vehicles: Signs; prohibited acts; penalties
Status: in_force

1. A person shall not park a vehicle in a space designated for charging electric or hybrid electric vehicles by a sign or markings that meet the requirements of subsection 2, whether on public or privately owned property, if the vehicle is not connected to the charging station for the purpose of charging.

2. For the purpose of enforcing the provisions of subsection 1, a parking space designated for charging electric or hybrid electric vehicles must be indicated by a sign or markings that: (a) Are consistent with the manual and specifications for a uniform system of traffic-control devices adopted pursuant to NRS 484A.430 ; and (b) State “Minimum fine of $100 for use by others” or equivalent words.

3. A person who violates the provisions of subsection 1 shall be punished: (a) Upon the first offense, by a fine of $100. (b) Upon the second offense, by a fine of $200. (c) Upon the third or subsequent offense, by a fine of not less than $400, but not more than $750.

4. A violation of this section is not a moving violation for the purposes of NRS 483.473 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484B.050 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.050
“Railroad train” defined
Status: in_force

“Railroad train” means a steam, electric or other motor engine, with or without cars coupled thereto, operated upon stationary rails, except streetcars.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484B.217 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.217
Zones in which overtaking on left side or making left-hand turn prohibited; exceptions; additional penalty for violation committed in work zone or pedestrian safety zone
Status: in_force

1. The Department of Transportation with respect to highways constructed under the authority of chapter 408 of NRS , and local authorities with respect to highways under their jurisdiction, may determine those zones of highways where overtaking and passing to the left or making a left-hand turn would be hazardous, and may by the erection of official traffic-control devices indicate such zones. When such devices are in place and clearly visible to an ordinarily observant person, every driver of a vehicle shall obey the directions thereof.

2. Except as otherwise provided in subsections 3 and 4, a driver shall not drive on the left side of the highway within such zone or drive across or on the left side of any pavement striping designed to mark such zone throughout its length.

3. A driver may drive across a pavement striping marking such zone to an adjoining highway if the driver has first given the appropriate turn signal and there will be no impediment to oncoming or following traffic.

4. Except where otherwise provided, a driver may drive across a pavement striping marking such a zone to make a left-hand turn if the driver has first given the appropriate turn signal in compliance with NRS 484B.413 , if it is safe and if it would not be an impediment to oncoming or following traffic.

5. A person who violates any provision of this section may be subject to any additional penalty set forth in NRS 484B.130 or 484B.135 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 488.195 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 488 / Section 488.195
Muffling devices
Status: in_force

1. The exhaust of every internal combustion engine used on any power-driven vessel must be effectively muffled by equipment so constructed and used as to muffle the noise of the exhaust in a reasonable manner.

2. The use of cutouts is prohibited.

3. Subsections 1 and 2 do not apply to: (a) Power-driven vessels competing in a regatta or boat race approved as provided in NRS 488.305 ; (b) Such power-driven vessels while on trial runs between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and during a period not to exceed 48 hours immediately preceding the regatta or boat race; (c) Such power-driven vessels while competing in official trials for speed records during a period not to exceed 48 hours immediately following the regatta or boat race; or (d) Any power-driven vessel operating under a separate permit issued by the Department for tuning engines, making test or trial runs or competing in official trials for speed records other than in connection with regattas or boat races.

4. The Department shall issue permits for the purposes enumerated in paragraph (a) of subsection 3, under such conditions and restrictions as the Commission determines necessary to prevent a public nuisance and to assure the public safety. The Commission may adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this subsection.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484E.040 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484E / Section 484E.040
Duty upon damaging unattended vehicle or other property; penalty
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, the driver of any vehicle which is involved in a crash with any vehicle or other property which is unattended, resulting in any damage to such other vehicle or property, shall immediately stop and shall then and there locate and notify the operator or owner of such vehicle or other property of the name and address of the driver and owner of the vehicle striking the unattended vehicle or other property or shall attach securely in a conspicuous place in or on such vehicle or property a written notice giving the name and address of the driver and of the owner of the vehicle doing the striking.

2. If the vehicle of a driver involved in a crash pursuant to subsection 1 is creating a hazard or obstructing traffic and can be moved safely, the driver shall, before meeting the requirements of subsection 1, move the vehicle or cause the vehicle to be moved out of the traffic lanes of the roadway to a safe location that does not create a hazard or obstruct traffic and minimizes interference with the free movement of traffic.

3. A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484D.120 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484D / Section 484D.120
Reflectors
Status: in_force

1. Except as provided in subsection 3, every motor vehicle, trailer, semitrailer and pole trailer must carry on the rear, either as a part of the tail lamps or separately, two or more red reflectors meeting the requirements of this section, except that vehicles of the types mentioned in NRS 484D.460 must be equipped with reflectors meeting the requirements of NRS 484D.150 and subsection 1 of NRS 484D.155 .

2. Every such reflector must be mounted on the vehicle at a height not less than 15 inches nor more than 60 inches measured as set forth in NRS 484D.105 , and must be of such size and characteristics and so mounted as to be visible at night from all distances within 600 feet to 100 feet from the vehicle when directly in front of lawful lower beams of headlamps, except that reflectors on vehicles manufactured or assembled before January 1, 1970, must be visible at night from all distances within 350 feet to 100 feet when directly in front of lawful upper beams of headlamps.

3. The provisions of this section do not apply to towable tools or equipment.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 487.510 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 487 / Section 487.510
Penalty
Status: in_force

Any person who violates any of the provisions of NRS 487.400 to 487.505 , inclusive, is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484A.270 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484A / Section 484A.270
“Taxicab” defined
Status: in_force

“ Taxicab ” means a motor vehicle designed or constructed to accommodate and transport not more than six passengers, including the driver, and used to transport passengers for a charge or fee.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.450 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.450
Conviction of offense or finding of civil infraction: Regulations prescribing recordation of conviction or finding; duties of courts; expenses
Status: in_force

1. A record of each conviction and each finding that a person has committed a civil infraction pursuant to NRS 484A.703 to 484A.705 , inclusive, must be made in a manner approved by the Department. The court shall provide sufficient information to allow the Department to include accurately the information regarding each conviction and finding in the driver's record.

2. The Department shall adopt regulations prescribing the information necessary to record each conviction and finding in the driver's record.

3. Every court, including a juvenile court, having jurisdiction over violations of the provisions of NRS 483.010 to 483.630 , inclusive, or any other law of this State or municipal ordinance regulating the operation of motor vehicles on highways, shall forward to the Department: (a) If the court is other than a juvenile court, each record of the conviction of any person in that court for a violation of any such laws other than regulations governing standing or parking and each record of the finding that any person has committed a civil infraction pursuant to NRS 484A.703 to 484A.705 , inclusive; or (b) If the court is a juvenile court, a record of any finding that a child has violated a traffic law or ordinance other than one governing standing or parking, within 5 days after the conviction or finding, and may recommend the suspension of the driver's license of the person convicted or found to have committed a civil infraction or the child found in violation of a traffic law or ordinance.

4. If a record forwarded to the Department pursuant to subsection 3 is a record of the conviction of, or a record of a finding of the commission of a civil infraction pursuant to NRS 484A.703 to 484A.705 , inclusive, against, a person who holds a commercial driver's license, the Department shall, within 5 days after the date on which it receives such a record, transmit notice of the conviction or finding to the Commercial Driver's License Information System.

5. For the purposes of NRS 483.010 to 483.630 , inclusive, “ conviction ” has the meaning prescribed by regulation pursuant to NRS 481.052 .

6. If a court mails records of conviction or of findings of the commission of a civil infraction pursuant to NRS 484A.703 to 484A.705 , inclusive, the necessary expenses of mailing such records to the Department as required by this section must be paid by the court charged with the duty of forwarding those records.

7. As used in this section, “ Commercial Driver's License Information System ” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 483.904 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.377 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.377
“Disabled Veteran,” “Disabled Female Veteran” or “Veteran Who Is Disabled” and “Ex-Prisoner of War”
Status: in_force

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

1. A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States who, as a result of his or her service: (a) Has suffered a qualifying service-connected disability and who receives compensation from the United States for the disability is entitled to specially designed license plates that must be inscribed with: (1) The words “DISABLED VETERAN,” “DISABLED FEMALE VETERAN” or “VETERAN WHO IS DISABLED,” at the option of the veteran; (2) The international symbol of access, which must comply with any applicable federal standards and must be white on a blue background; and (3) A number of characters, including numbers and letters, as determined necessary by the Director pursuant to NRS 482.367003 . (b) Has been captured and held prisoner by a military force of a foreign nation is entitled to specially designed license plates inscribed with the words “EX PRISONER OF WAR” and a number of characters, including numbers and letters, as determined necessary by the Director pursuant to NRS 482.367003 .

2. A person who qualifies for special license plates pursuant to paragraph (b) of subsection 1, has suffered a qualifying service-connected disability as a result of his or her service in the Armed Forces of the United States and receives compensation from the United States for the disability is entitled to have his or her special license plates issued pursuant to this section inscribed with the international symbol of access, which must comply with any applicable federal standards and must be white on a blue background.

3. Each person who qualifies for special license plates pursuant to this section may apply for not more than two sets of plates. If the person applies for a second set of plates for an additional vehicle, the second set of plates must have a different number than the first set of plates issued to the same applicant. Special license plates issued pursuant to this section may be used only on a private passenger vehicle, a noncommercial truck or a motor home.

4. The Department shall issue specially designed license plates for persons qualified pursuant to this section who submit an application on a form prescribed by the Department and, subject to the provisions of NRS 417.0187 , evidence of disability, former imprisonment or both, as applicable, required by the Department.

5. A vehicle on which license plates issued by the Department pursuant to this section are displayed is exempt from the payment of any parking fees, including those collected through parking meters, charged by the State or any political subdivision or other public body within the State, other than the United States.

6. If, during a registration year, the holder of a set of special license plates issued pursuant to this section disposes of the vehicle to which the plates are affixed, the holder shall: (a) Retain the plates and affix them to another vehicle which meets the requirements of this section and report the change to the Department in accordance with the procedure set forth for other transfers; or (b) Within 30 days after removing the plates from the vehicle, return them to the Department.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.37917 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.37917
Support of agriculture
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection and NRS 482.38279 , the Department, in cooperation with the State Department of Agriculture and the Nevada Future Farmers of America Foundation or its successor, shall design, prepare and issue license plates which indicate support for the promotion of agriculture within this State, including, without limitation, support for the programs and activities of the Future Farmers of America or its successor within this State, using any colors that the Department deems appropriate. The design of the license plates must include the phrase “People Grow Things Here!” and an identifying symbol furnished by the Nevada Future Farmers of America Foundation or its successor. The Department shall not design, prepare or issue the license plates unless it receives at least 250 applications for the issuance of those plates.

2. If the Department receives at least 250 applications for the issuance of license plates which indicate support for the promotion of agriculture within this State, the Department shall issue those plates for a passenger car or light commercial vehicle upon application by a person who is entitled to license plates pursuant to NRS 482.265 and who otherwise complies with the requirements for registration and licensing pursuant to this chapter. A person may request that personalized prestige license plates issued pursuant to NRS 482.3667 be combined with license plates which indicate support for the promotion of agriculture within this State if that person pays the fees for the personalized prestige license plates in addition to the fees for the license plates which indicate support for the promotion of agriculture within this State pursuant to subsections 3 and 4.

3. The fee for license plates which indicate support for the promotion of agriculture within this State is $35, in addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes. The license plates are renewable upon the payment of $10.

4. In addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes and the fee prescribed in subsection 3, a person who requests a set of license plates which indicate support for the promotion of agriculture within this State must pay for the initial issuance of the plates an additional fee of $25 and for each renewal of the plates an additional fee of $20, to be distributed in accordance with subsection 5.

5. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 482.38279 , the Department shall deposit the fees collected pursuant to subsection 4 with the State Treasurer for credit to the State General Fund. The State Treasurer shall, on a quarterly basis, distribute the fees deposited pursuant to this section in the following manner: (a) Remit one-half of the fees to the Nevada Future Farmers of America Foundation or its successor for the support of programs and activities of the Future Farmers of America or its successor within this State. (b) Deposit one-half of the fees for credit to the Account for License Plates for the Promotion of Agriculture Within this State created pursuant to NRS 561.411 .

6. If, during a registration period, the holder of license plates issued pursuant to the provisions of this section disposes of the vehicle to which the plates are affixed, the holder shall: (a) Retain the plates and affix them to another vehicle that meets the requirements of this section if the holder pays the fee for the transfer of the registration and any registration fee or governmental services tax due pursuant to NRS 482.399 ; or (b) Within 30 days after removing the plates from the vehicle, return them to the Department.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.332 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.332
Dealers, manufacturers, lessors, rebuilders and brokers: Duty to affix legible sign containing name of business; exception
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, at each of his or her established places of business, each vehicle dealer, manufacturer, lessor, rebuilder and broker shall permanently affix a sign containing the name of the business in lettering of sufficient size to be clearly legible from the center of the nearest street or roadway, except that the lettering must be at least 8 inches high and formed by lines that are at least 1-inch wide.

2. Upon approval of the Director, and in accordance with all other city and county ordinances, a vehicle dealer or a long-term or short-term lessor may be exempted from the requirements of subsection 1 if: (a) The established place of business or branch location is located within the confines of another business; (b) The other place of business is the primary business at that location; and (c) The primary business is not licensed pursuant to any provision of this chapter.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.205 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.205
Medical Board: Appointment; duties
Status: in_force

When the Administrator considers it necessary to obtain assistance for the Department in determining the physical or mental ability of a person to operate a motor vehicle, the Administrator, assisted by the Chief Medical Officer, may appoint a medical board consisting of three members to render such assistance.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 485.187 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 485 / Section 485.187
Unlawful acts; fines and penalties; exceptions
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 5, the owner of a motor vehicle shall not: (a) Operate the motor vehicle, if it is registered or required to be registered in this State, without having insurance as required by NRS 485.185 . (b) Operate or knowingly permit the operation of the motor vehicle without having evidence of insurance of the operator or the vehicle in the vehicle. (c) Fail or refuse to surrender, upon demand, to a peace officer or to an authorized representative of the Department the evidence of insurance. The surrender, upon demand, of an evidence of insurance issued in electronic format does not constitute consent for a peace officer or authorized representative of the Department to access other contents of any device used to display the evidence of insurance and surrendered in compliance with this section. (d) Knowingly permit the operation of the motor vehicle in violation of subsection 3 of NRS 485.186 .

2. A person shall not operate the motor vehicle of another person unless the person who will operate the motor vehicle: (a) First ensures that the required evidence of insurance is present in the motor vehicle or available electronically; or (b) Has his or her own evidence of insurance which covers that person as the operator of the motor vehicle.

3. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 4, any person who violates subsection 1 or 2 is guilty of a misdemeanor. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, in addition to any other penalty, a person sentenced pursuant to this subsection shall be punished by a fine of not less than $600 nor more than $1,000 for each violation. The fine must be reduced to $100 for the first violation if the person obtains a motor vehicle liability policy by the time of sentencing, unless: (a) The person has registered the vehicle as part of a fleet of vehicles pursuant to subsection 5 of NRS 482.215 ; or (b) The person has been issued a certificate of self-insurance pursuant to NRS 485.380 .

4. A court: (a) Shall not find a person guilty or fine a person for a violation of paragraph (a), (b) or (c) of subsection 1 or for a violation of subsection 2 if the person presents evidence to the court that the insurance required by NRS 485.185 was in effect at the time demand was made for it. (b) Except as otherwise provided in paragraph (a), may impose a fine of not more than $1,000 for a violation of paragraph (a), (b) or (c) of subsection 1, and suspend the balance of the fine on the condition that the person presents proof to the court each month for 12 months that the insurance required by NRS 485.185 is currently in effect.

5. The provisions of paragraphs (b) and (c) of subsection 1 do not apply if the motor vehicle in question displays a valid permit issued by the Department pursuant to subsection 1 or 2 of NRS 482.3955 , or NRS 482.396 or 482.3965 authorizing the movement or operation of that vehicle within the State for a limited time.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.2065 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.2065
Alternate 3-year period of registration for trailers; imposition of governmental services tax; fees
Status: in_force

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

1. A trailer may be registered for a 3-year period as provided in this section.

2. A person who registers a trailer for a 3-year period must pay upon registration all fees and taxes that would be due during the 3-year period if he or she registered the trailer for 1 year and renewed that registration for 2 consecutive years immediately thereafter, including, without limitation: (a) Registration fees pursuant to NRS 482.480 and 482.483 . (b) A fee for each license plate issued pursuant to NRS 482.268 . (c) Fees for the initial issuance and renewal of a special license plate pursuant to NRS 482.265 , if applicable. (d) Fees for the initial issuance and renewal of a personalized prestige license plate pursuant to NRS 482.367 , if applicable. (e) Additional fees for the initial issuance and renewal of a special license plate issued pursuant to NRS 482.3667 to 482.3823 , inclusive, which are imposed to generate financial support for a particular cause or charitable organization, if applicable. (f) Governmental services taxes imposed pursuant to chapter 371 of NRS , as provided in NRS 482.260 . (g) The applicable taxes imposed pursuant to chapters 372, 374, 377 and 377A of NRS.

3. As used in this section, the term “ trailer ” does not include a full trailer or semitrailer that is registered pursuant to subsection 3 of NRS 482.483 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.3753 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.3753
Professional full-time salaried firefighters
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in this section, the Department, in cooperation with professional full-time salaried firefighters in the State of Nevada, shall design, prepare and issue license plates that recognize current or former employment as a professional full-time salaried firefighter using any colors and designs which the Department deems appropriate. The Department shall not design, prepare or issue the license plates unless it receives at least 250 applications for the issuance of those plates.

2. The Department shall issue license plates that recognize current or former employment as a professional full-time salaried firefighter for a passenger car or a light commercial vehicle upon application by a qualified person who is entitled to license plates pursuant to NRS 482.265 and who otherwise complies with the requirements for registration and licensing pursuant to this chapter. A person may request that personalized prestige license plates issued pursuant to NRS 482.3667 be combined with license plates that recognize current or former employment as a professional full-time salaried firefighter if that person pays the fees for the personalized prestige license plates in addition to the fees for the license plates that recognize current or former employment as a professional full-time salaried firefighter.

3. An application for the issuance of license plates that recognize current or former employment as a professional full-time salaried firefighter is void unless it is accompanied by documentation which, in the determination of the Department, provides reasonable proof of the identity of the applicant and proof of the applicant's: (a) Current employment as a professional full-time salaried firefighter; or (b) Status as a former professional full-time salaried firefighter who retired from employment after completing at least 10 years of creditable service as a firefighter within this State or any other jurisdiction with: (1) A fire department; or (2) A federal or state agency, the duties of which involve the prevention and suppression of fires, including, without limitation, the Bureau of Land Management and the Division of Forestry of the State Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

4. Proof of an applicant's current or former employment as a professional full-time salaried firefighter must consist of: (a) An identification card issued by the Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada or its successor; (b) An identification card issued by the Nevada Fire Chiefs Association or its successor; (c) An identification card issued by a professional firefighters' or chiefs' organization or association from any other jurisdiction that is acceptable to the Department; or (d) A letter certifying the applicant's current or former employment as a professional full-time salaried firefighter, which letter must be from: (1) The Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada or its successor; (2) The Nevada Fire Chiefs Association or its successor; (3) A professional firefighters' or chiefs' organization or association from any other jurisdiction that is acceptable to the Department; or (4) The chief officer of a federal or state agency or any other jurisdiction, the duties of which involve the prevention and suppression of fires, including, without limitation, the Bureau of Land Management and the Division of Forestry of the State Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

5. An application for the renewal of license plates issued pursuant to this section is not required to be accompanied by proof of the applicant's current or former employment as a professional full-time salaried firefighter.

6. The fee payable to the Department for license plates that recognize current or former employment as a professional full-time salaried firefighter is $35, in addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes. The license plates are renewable upon the payment to the Department of $10 in addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes.

7. In addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes and the fees prescribed in subsection 6, a person who requests a set of license plates that recognize current or former employment as a professional full-time salaried firefighter must pay for the initial issuance of the plates an additional fee of $25 and for each renewal of the plates an additional fee of $20 to support the Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada Benevolent Association.

8. The Department shall deposit the fees collected pursuant to subsection 7 with the State Treasurer for credit to the State General Fund. The State Treasurer shall, on a quarterly basis, distribute the fees deposited pursuant to this subsection to the Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada Benevolent Association.

9. If, during a registration period, the holder of license plates issued pursuant to the provisions of this section disposes of the vehicle to which the plates are affixed, the holder shall: (a) Retain the plates and affix them to another vehicle that meets the requirements of this section if the transfer and registration fees are paid as set out in this chapter; or (b) Within 30 days after removing the plates from the vehicle, return them to the Department.

10. As used in this section: (a) “ Any other jurisdiction ” means any governmental or quasi-governmental entity within the United States which employs professional full-time salaried firefighters and includes, without limitation, any city, county, state, territory, Indian tribe or branch of the Armed Forces of the United States. (b) “ Professional full-time salaried firefighter ” means a person employed in this State or any other jurisdiction in a full-time salaried occupation of fire fighting for the benefit or safety of the public.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 489.596 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 489 / Section 489.596
Training regarding inspections necessary for issuance of certificates of installation and labels of installation
Status: in_force

1. The Division, in cooperation with manufacturers and organizations concerned with manufactured homes and mobile homes, shall conduct one or more training programs each year regarding appropriate methods and techniques for conducting any inspections necessary for the issuance of certificates of installation and labels of installation for manufactured homes and mobile homes.

2. The Division shall pay for the expenses of conducting the programs from money in the Account.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 481A.010 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 481A / Section 481A.010
Enactment and text of Agreement
Status: in_force

The Multistate Highway Transportation Agreement is hereby enacted into law and entered into with all jurisdictions legally joining therein, in the form substantially as follows:

ARTICLE I Findings and Purposes Section 1. Findings. The participating jurisdictions find that: (a) The expanding regional economy depends on expanding transportation capacity; (b) Highway transportation is the major mode for movement of persons and goods in the western states; (c) Uniform application in the west of more adequate vehicle size and weight standards will result in a reduction of pollution, congestion, fuel consumption and related transportation costs, which are necessary to permit increased productivity; (d) A number of western states have already, to the fullest extent possible, adopted substantially the 1964 Bureau of Public Roads recommended vehicle size and weight standards; and (e) The participating jurisdictions are most capable of developing vehicle size and weight standards most appropriate for the regional economy and transportation requirements, consistent with and in recognition of principles of highway safety. Sec. 2. Purposes. The purposes of this agreement are to: (a) Adhere to the principle that each participating jurisdiction should have the freedom to develop vehicle size and weight standards that it determines to be most appropriate to its economy and highway system. (b) Establish a system authorizing the operation of vehicles traveling between two or more participating jurisdictions at more adequate size and weight standards. (c) Promote uniformity among participating jurisdictions in vehicle size and weight standards on the basis of the objectives set forth in this agreement. (d) Secure uniformity insofar as possible, of administrative procedures in the enforcement of recommended vehicle size and weight standards. (e) Provide a means for the encouragement and utilization of research which will facilitate the achievement of the foregoing purposes, with due regard for the findings set forth in section 1 of this article. (f) Facilitate communication among legislators, state transportation administrators and commercial industry representatives in addressing issues relating to highway transportation in participating jurisdictions.

ARTICLE II Definitions Section 1. As used in this agreement: (a) “ Cooperating committee ” means the committee consisting of the designated representatives from all participating jurisdictions. (b) “ Designated representative ” means a legislator or other person authorized pursuant to Article XI to represent the jurisdiction. (c) “ Jurisdiction ” means a state of the United States or the District of Columbia. (d) “ Vehicle ” means any vehicle as defined by statute to be subject to size and weight standards which operates in two or more participating jurisdictions.

ARTICLE III General Provisions Section 1. Qualifications for Membership. Participation in this agreement is open to jurisdictions which subscribe to the findings, purposes and objectives of this agreement and will seek legislation necessary to accomplish those objectives. Sec. 2. Cooperation. The participating jurisdictions, working through their designated representatives, shall cooperate and assist each other in achieving the desired goals of this agreement pursuant to appropriate statutory authority. Sec. 3. Effect of Headings. Article and section headings contained herein shall not be deemed to govern, limit, modify or in any manner affect the scope, meaning or intent of the provisions of any article or section of this agreement. Sec. 4. Vehicle Laws and Regulations. This agreement does not authorize the operation of a vehicle in any participating jurisdiction contrary to the laws or regulations of the participating jurisdiction. Sec. 5. Interpretation. The final decision regarding interpretation of questions at issue relating to this agreement must be reached by a unanimous joint action of the participating jurisdictions, acting through the designated representatives. Results of all such actions must be placed in writing. Sec. 6. Amendment. This agreement may be amended by a unanimous joint action of the participating jurisdictions, acting through the officials thereof authorized to enter into this agreement, subject to the requirements of section 4 of article III. Any amendment must be placed in writing and become a part of this agreement. Sec. 7. Restrictions, Conditions or Limitations. Any jurisdiction entering into this agreement shall provide to each other participating jurisdiction a list of any restriction, condition or limitation on the general terms of this agreement, if any. Sec. 8. Additional Jurisdictions. Additional jurisdictions may become members of this agreement by signing and accepting the terms of the agreement.

ARTICLE IV Cooperating Committee Section 1. Each participating jurisdiction is entitled to select not more than two designated representatives. Pursuant to section 2 of article III, the designated representatives of the participating jurisdictions constitute a cooperating committee which may: (a) Collect, correlate, analyze and evaluate information resulting or derivable from research and testing activities in relation to vehicle size and weight-related matters. (b) Recommend and encourage the undertaking of research and testing in any aspect of vehicle size and weight or related matter when, in their collective judgment, appropriate or sufficient research or testing has not been undertaken. (c) Recommend changes in law or policy with emphasis on compatibility of laws and uniformity of administrative rules or regulations which would promote effective governmental action or coordination in the field of vehicle size and weight-related matters. (d) Recommend improvements in highway operations, vehicular safety and state administration of highway transportation laws. (e) Perform any functions required to carry out the purposes of this agreement. Sec. 2. Each designated representative of a participating jurisdiction is entitled to one vote only. No action of the committee may be approved unless a majority of the total number of votes cast by the designated representatives of the participating jurisdictions are in favor of the action. Sec. 3. The committee shall meet at least once annually and shall elect, from among its members, a chairman, a vice chairman and a secretary. Sec. 4. The committee shall submit annually to the legislature of each participating jurisdiction a report setting forth the work of the committee during the preceding year and including recommendations developed by the committee. The committee may submit such additional reports as it deems appropriate.

ARTICLE V Objectives of the Participating Jurisdictions Section 1. Objectives. The participating jurisdictions hereby declare that: (a) It is the objective of the participating jurisdictions to obtain more efficient and economical transportation by motor vehicles between and among the participating jurisdictions by encouraging the adoption of standards that will, as minimums, allow the operation of a vehicle or combination of vehicles in regular operation on all state highways, except those determined through an engineering evaluation to be inadequate, with a single-axle weight not in excess of 20,000 pounds, a tandem-axle weight not in excess of 34,000 pounds, and a gross vehicle or combination weight not in excess of that resulting from application of the formula: W = 500 [LN/ (N-1) + 12N + 36] where W = Maximum weight in pounds carried on any group of two or more axles computed to nearest 500 pounds. L = distance in feet between the extremes of any group of two or more consecutive axles. N = number of axles in group under consideration. (b) It is the further objective of the participating jurisdictions that the operation of a vehicle or combination of vehicles in interstate commerce according to the provisions of subsection (a) of this section be authorized under special permit authority by each participating jurisdiction if the vehicle or combination of vehicles weighs more than 80,000 pounds or exceeds the length prescribed by statute in the participating jurisdiction in which the vehicle or combination of vehicles is operated. (c) It is the further objective of the participating jurisdictions to facilitate and expedite the operation of any vehicle or combination of vehicles between and among the participating jurisdictions under the provisions of subsection (a) or (b) of this section, and to that end the participating jurisdictions hereby agree, through their designated representatives, to meet and cooperate in the consideration of vehicle size and weight-related matters, including, but not limited to, the development of uniform enforcement procedures, additional vehicle size and weight standards, operational standards, agreements or compacts to facilitate regional application and administration of vehicle size and weight standards, uniform permit procedures, uniform application forms, rules and regulations for the operation of vehicles, including equipment requirements, driver qualifications, and operating practices, and such other matters as may be pertinent. (d) It is further the objective of the participating jurisdictions that the cooperating committee may recommend that the participating jurisdictions jointly secure Congressional approval of this agreement and, specifically of the vehicle size and weight standards set forth in subsection (a) of this section. (e) It is the further objective of the participating jurisdictions to: (1) Establish transportation laws and regulations that satisfy regional and economic requirements and promote an efficient, safe and compatible network of transportation. (2) Develop standards that facilitate the most efficient and environmentally sound operation of vehicles on highways, consistent with and in recognition of the principles of highway safety. (3) Establish programs to increase productivity and reduce congestion, consumption of fuel and related costs of transportation and enhance the quality of air through the uniform application of state vehicle laws and regulations.

ARTICLE VI Entry Into Force and Withdrawal Section 1. This agreement enters into force when enacted into law by any two or more jurisdictions. Thereafter, this agreement becomes effective as to any other jurisdiction upon its enactment thereof, except as otherwise provided in section 8 of article III. Sec. 2. Any participating jurisdiction may withdraw from this agreement by cancelling this agreement, but such a withdrawal must not take effect until 30 days after the designated representatives of the withdrawing jurisdiction have given notice in writing of the withdrawal to all other participating jurisdictions.

ARTICLE VII Construction and Severability Section 1. This agreement must be liberally construed to effectuate the purposes thereof. Sec. 2. The provisions of this agreement are severable and if any phrase, clause, sentence or provision of this agreement is declared to be contrary to the constitution of any participating jurisdiction, or the applicability thereto to any government, agency, person or circumstance is held invalid, the validity of the remainder of this agreement must not be affected thereby. If this agreement is held to be contrary to the constitution of any jurisdiction participating herein, the agreement remains in full force and effect as to the remaining jurisdictions and in full force and effect as to the jurisdictions affected as to all severable matters.

ARTICLE VIII Filing of Documents Section 1. A copy of this agreement, its amendments, and rules or regulations promulgated thereunder and interpretations thereof must be filed in the highway department in each participating jurisdiction and must be made available for review by interested parties.

ARTICLE IX Cooperation by State Governments With Cooperating Committee Section 1. Within the limits of legislative appropriations, the departments, agencies and officers of each participating jurisdiction may cooperate with and provide assistance to the cooperating committee concerning any provision of this agreement.

ARTICLE X Funding Section 1. Funds for the administration of this agreement, including participation in the cooperating committee and the actual authorized expenses of the designated representatives, must be budgeted from any fees collected for the highway fund of each participating jurisdiction.

ARTICLE XI Selection of Designated Representatives Section 1. Each participating jurisdiction shall establish by law the procedure for selecting its designated representatives to serve on the cooperating committee.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484D.655 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484D / Section 484D.655
Reduction of maximum weight limits: Authority and duties of Director of Department of Transportation; factors to be considered by Department of Transportation before reduction
Status: in_force

1. The Director of the Department of Transportation: (a) May, pursuant to paragraph (a) of subsection 1 of NRS 408.210 , reduce the maximum weight limits as prescribed in NRS 484D.635 , 484D.640 and 484D.645 on a highway under the jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation, including, without limitation, a bridge located on the highway, for a period of not more than 180 days. (b) Shall provide an informational report to the Board of Directors of the Department of Transportation that describes any reduction to the maximum weight limits made pursuant to paragraph (a) within 60 days after the Director of the Department of Transportation makes the reduction.

2. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 1 and NRS 484D.660 , before the Department of Transportation reduces the maximum weight limits as prescribed in NRS 484D.635 , 484D.640 and 484D.645 on a highway or a portion of a highway under its jurisdiction, the Department of Transportation shall: (a) Consider: (1) The average number of vehicles traveling on the highway each day; (2) The number of vehicles that have a declared gross weight in excess of 26,000 pounds that are included in the average number pursuant to subparagraph (1); (3) The availability of alternate routes to the highway; (4) The impact on each alternate route of increased traffic consisting of vehicles that have a declared gross weight in excess of 26,000 pounds; (5) The number of traffic crashes involving a vehicle that has a declared gross weight in excess of 26,000 pounds on the highway in the past 5 years; (6) Any projected adverse economic or environmental impact resulting from reducing the maximum weight limits on the highway; and (7) Any other factors the Department of Transportation deems appropriate; and (b) Present such considerations to the Board of Directors of the Department of Transportation to receive the Board's approval to reduce the maximum weight limits pursuant to this section.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.354 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.354
Trial de novo
Status: in_force

Upon judicial review of the denial or revocation of a license, the court for good cause shown may order a trial de novo.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 481.0515 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 481 / Section 481.0515
Powers and duties of Director: References to names of persons in documents and records
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, the Director shall ensure that whenever a document is required by law to include the name of a person, the document sets forth the full legal name of that person.

2. The provisions of this section do not require the Director to alter, amend or otherwise change any documents that were created before October 1, 2003.

3. The Director may take any action he or she deems reasonable to facilitate achieving uniformity in the manner in which the documents and records of the Department refer to a particular person by name.

4. As used in this section: (a) “ Certificate of registration ” means the certificate described in subsection 1 of NRS 482.245 . (b) “ Document ” means any: (1) Application or record that a person is required to file with or submit to the Department; (2) Card, certificate or license that the Department issues to a person; and (3) Record that the Department is required to keep or maintain. The term includes, without limitation, a certificate of registration, certificate of title, driver's license and identification card, and an application or record pertaining to any such certificate, license or card.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.3175 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.3175
Grounds for denial, suspension or revocation of license; hearing
Status: in_force

1. The Department may refuse to issue or suspend or revoke a license as a vehicle transporter upon any of the following grounds: (a) Conviction of a felony in the State of Nevada or any other state, territory or nation. (b) Material misstatement in the application for a license. (c) Evidence of unfitness of the applicant or licensee. (d) Willful failure to comply with the provisions of this chapter or the regulations adopted pursuant thereto, or any law relating to the operation of a motor vehicle. (e) Failure or refusal to furnish and keep in force any bond. (f) Failure of the licensee to maintain any other license required by any political subdivision of this State. (g) Knowingly having possession of a stolen motor vehicle or a motor vehicle with a manufacturer's identification number or other distinguishing number or identification mark which has been falsely attached, removed, defaced, altered or obliterated. (h) Loaning or permitting the improper use of any special license plate assigned to the vehicle transporter.

2. Any person whose application is denied or license is suspended or revoked pursuant to this section is entitled to a hearing as provided in NRS 482.353 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484A.760 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484A / Section 484A.760
Release of defendant when magistrate not available
Status: in_force

Whenever any person is taken into custody by a peace officer for the purpose of taking him or her before a magistrate or court as authorized or required in chapters 484A to 484E, inclusive, of NRS upon any charge other than a felony or the offenses enumerated in paragraphs (a) to (e), inclusive, of subsection 1 of NRS 484A.710 , and no magistrate is available at the time of arrest, and there is no bail schedule established by the magistrate or court and no lawfully designated court clerk or other public officer who is available and authorized to accept bail upon behalf of the magistrate or court, the person must be released from custody upon the issuance to the person of a misdemeanor citation or traffic citation and the person signing a promise to appear, as provided in NRS 171.1773 or 484A.630 , respectively, or physically receiving a copy of the traffic citation, as provided in NRS 484A.630 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.395 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.395
Reciprocal agreements and arrangements
Status: in_force

The Director is authorized, empowered and directed to enter into agreements and formal compacts with appropriate officials of other states for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations governing registration, conduct and operation of motor vehicles coming within the provisions of NRS 482.385 and 482.390 , including mutual agreements leading to the revocation of reciprocity for persistent violators of laws concerning motor vehicle operation and licensing.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 485.320 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 485 / Section 485.320
Surrender of license, registration and license plates; owner of dormant vehicle required to cancel registration if policy covering vehicle is cancelled or expires; regulations
Status: in_force

1. If the license of any person is suspended as provided in this chapter, the person shall immediately return the license to the Department. If the person’s registration is suspended, the person shall immediately return the certificate of registration and the license plates to the Department.

2. If any person fails to return any item as required by subsection 1, the Department shall forthwith direct any peace officer to secure possession thereof and to return the item to the Department.

3. A person who owns a dormant vehicle who desires to cancel the policy of liability insurance covering that vehicle or to allow such a policy to expire: (a) Shall, on or before the date on which the policy is cancelled or expires, cancel the registration of the vehicle to which that policy pertains. (b) May, if the person presents the license plates for that vehicle to the authorized personnel of the Department for the removal and destruction of the sticker or other device evidencing the current registration of the vehicle, retain for potential reinstatement the license plates for a period not to exceed 1 year.

4. The Department shall adopt regulations which define “extended period,” “mechanical circumstances” and “seasonal circumstances” for the purposes of NRS 485.0335 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 489.425 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 489 / Section 489.425
Suspension of license for failure to pay child support or comply with certain subpoenas or warrants; reinstatement of license
Status: in_force

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1. If the Division 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 manufacturer's, dealer's, distributor's, general serviceperson's, specialty serviceperson's, salesperson's or responsible managing employee's license, the Division 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 Division 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 Division shall reinstate a manufacturer's, dealer's, distributor's, general serviceperson's, specialty serviceperson's, salesperson's or responsible managing employee's license that has been suspended by a district court pursuant to NRS 425.540 if the Division 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. § 483.853 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.853
Designation of veteran status on card; duties of Department
Status: in_force

1. Upon the application of a person who requests that his or her identification card indicate that he or she is a veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States pursuant to subsection 3 of NRS 483.852 , and who satisfies the requirements of that subsection, the Department shall place on any identification card issued to the person pursuant to NRS 483.810 to 483.890 , inclusive, a designation that the person is a veteran.

2. The Director shall determine the design and placement of the designation of veteran status required by subsection 1 on any identification card to which this section applies.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.044 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.044
“Golf cart” defined
Status: in_force

“Golf cart” means a motor vehicle which:

1. Has no fewer than three wheels in contact with the ground; and

2. Is designed to carry golf equipment and no more than four persons, including the driver.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.867 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.867
Placement of designation on card issued to person who is seasonal resident
Status: in_force

Upon the application of a person who is a seasonal resident of this State, the Department shall place on any identification card issued to the person pursuant to NRS 483.810 to 483.890 , inclusive:

1. A designation indicating that the person is a seasonal resident; and

2. A statement indicating that the person holds a valid driver's license from another state or jurisdiction.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 489.780 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 489 / Section 489.780
Grounds for disciplinary action against licensed dealer or salesperson
Status: in_force

The failure of a licensed dealer or salesperson to make the disclosure required pursuant to NRS 489.776 constitutes grounds for disciplinary action pursuant to NRS 489.381 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.31585 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.31585
Action for damages and equitable relief; attorney's fees and costs
Status: in_force

A short-term lessee may bring an action against a short-term lessor for the recovery of damages and appropriate equitable relief for any violation of NRS 482.3151 to 482.3159 , inclusive. The prevailing party is entitled to recover reasonable attorney's fees and costs.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484C.190 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484C / Section 484C.190
Presumption that solution or gas used to calibrate or verify calibration of device for testing breath is properly prepared
Status: in_force

If:

1. A manufacturer or technician in a laboratory prepares a chemical solution or gas to be used in calibrating, or to verify the calibration of, a device for testing a person's breath to determine the concentration of alcohol in his or her breath; and

2. A person who is certified pursuant to NRS 484C.620 examines the solution or gas, confirms the concentration of alcohol contained in the solution or gas, and makes an affidavit or declaration that identifies the concentration of alcohol contained in the solution or gas and states that the solution or gas has the chemical composition that is necessary for use in accurately calibrating, or verifying the calibration of, the device,

it is presumed that the solution or gas has been properly prepared and is suitable for use in calibrating, or verifying the calibration of, the device.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.37933 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.37933
Support of preservation and restoration of Lake Tahoe Basin
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, the Department, in cooperation with the Division of State Lands of the State Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, shall design, prepare and issue license plates for the support of the preservation and restoration of the natural environment of the Lake Tahoe Basin using any colors that the Department deems appropriate. The design of the license plates must include a depiction of Lake Tahoe and its surrounding area. The Department shall not design, prepare or issue the license plates unless it receives at least 250 applications for the issuance of those plates.

2. The Department may issue license plates for the support of the preservation and restoration of the natural environment of the Lake Tahoe Basin for a passenger car or light commercial vehicle upon application by a person who is entitled to license plates pursuant to NRS 482.265 and who otherwise complies with the requirements for registration and licensing pursuant to this chapter. A person may request that personalized prestige license plates issued pursuant to NRS 482.3667 be combined with license plates for the support of the preservation and restoration of the natural environment of the Lake Tahoe Basin if that person pays the fees for the personalized prestige license plates in addition to the fees for the license plates for the support of the preservation and restoration of the natural environment of the Lake Tahoe Basin pursuant to subsections 3 and 4.

3. The fee for license plates for the support of the preservation and restoration of the natural environment of the Lake Tahoe Basin is $35, in addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes. The license plates are renewable upon the payment of $10.

4. In addition to all fees for the license, registration and governmental services taxes, a person who requests a set of license plates for the support of the preservation and restoration of the natural environment of the Lake Tahoe Basin must pay for the initial issuance of the plates an additional fee of $25 and for each renewal of the plates an additional fee of $20 to finance projects for the preservation and restoration of the natural environment of the Lake Tahoe Basin.

5. The Department shall deposit the fees collected pursuant to subsection 4 with the State Treasurer for credit to the Account for License Plates for the Support of the Preservation and Restoration of the Natural Environment of the Lake Tahoe Basin created pursuant to NRS 321.5951 .

6. If, during a registration period, the holder of license plates issued pursuant to the provisions of this section disposes of the vehicle to which the plates are affixed, the holder may retain the plates and: (a) Affix them to another vehicle that meets the requirements of this section if the transfer and registration fees are paid as set out in this chapter; or (b) Within 30 days after removing the plates from the vehicle, return them to the Department.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484D.545 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484D / Section 484D.545
Emblem for slow-moving vehicle displayed on certain vehicles; standards
Status: in_force

1. After September 15, 1975, when any vehicle or combination of vehicles designed for and is operated at speeds of 25 miles per hour or less is moved on a highway, whether pulled, towed or self-propelled in daytime or nighttime, the vehicle or combination must have displayed an emblem for slow-moving vehicles, except as provided in subsection 3.

2. Use of such an emblem is restricted to the type of vehicle or combination specified in subsection 1, and the use of the emblem on any other type of vehicle or any stationary object on or beside a highway is unlawful.

3. A vehicle or combination of vehicles of the type specified in subsection 1 is not required to have displayed such an emblem if the vehicle or combination is moved only on a highway not open to public use or is guarded by flaggers or flares.

4. The requirement for such an emblem is in addition to any lights or warning flags required by chapters 484A to 484E, inclusive, of NRS.

5. The Department shall adopt standards for emblems for slow-moving vehicles which conform to standards adopted by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers.

6. The emblem must be mounted, with a point up, on a plane perpendicular to the direction of travel, and located on the rear of the vehicle.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 486.181 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 486 / Section 486.181
Carrying passengers
Status: in_force

1. A motorcycle or moped shall not be driven upon a highway while carrying more than one person unless such motorcycle or moped is designed by the manufacturer to carry more than one person.

2. A passenger shall ride: (a) Behind the driver and astride the permanent or regular seat which was designed for two persons; (b) Astride another seat firmly attached at the rear of the driver; or (c) In a sidecar attached.

3. Every such motorcycle or moped designed for transporting a passenger shall be equipped with footrests adjusted to fit such passenger.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 488.193 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 488 / Section 488.193
Life jackets; throwable personal flotation devices; fire extinguishers; flame arrestors; ventilation of bilges; modification of requirements
Status: in_force

1. Except for a contrivance, propelled by a sail, whose occupant must stand erect, every vessel must carry at least one life jacket of an appropriate size and type for the person for whom it is intended that has been approved by the United States Coast Guard and meets any requirements prescribed by the regulations of the Commission for each person on board and any person in a vessel being towed, so placed as to be readily accessible for use in an emergency. Every vessel carrying passengers for hire must carry so placed as to be readily accessible for use in an emergency at least one life jacket of the sort prescribed by this subsection and the regulations of the Commission for each person on board. A life jacket required by this subsection is readily accessible for use in an emergency if: (a) It is being worn; or (b) It is stowed where it is quickly reachable and is: (1) Ready to wear; (2) Out of its original packaging; and (3) Not under lock and key.

2. In addition to the requirements set forth in subsection 1, unless exempted by the United States Coast Guard or the regulations of the Commission: (a) Every vessel which is 16 feet or more in length but less than 26 feet in length, regardless of its method of propulsion, must carry, so placed as to be readily accessible for use in an emergency, a throwable personal flotation device approved by the United States Coast Guard, such as a ring life buoy or buoyant cushion. A throwable personal flotation device required by this paragraph is readily accessible for use in an emergency if it is stowed in close proximity to the operator of the vessel and in a position to be thrown to a person overboard by either the operator or a passenger. (b) Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph, every vessel which is 26 feet or more in length, regardless of its method of propulsion, must carry, so placed as to be readily accessible for use in an emergency, a throwable personal flotation device approved by the United States Coast Guard, such as a ring life buoy or buoyant cushion. If the vessel is 40 feet or more in length, such a throwable personal flotation device must be carried on both the fore and the aft of the vessel. A throwable personal flotation device required by this paragraph is readily accessible for use in an emergency if it is prominently displayed on a bulkhead, railing or gunwale, and in a position to be thrown to a person overboard by either the operator or a passenger.

3. Every power-driven vessel, except a mechanically propelled personal hydrofoil or a motorized surfboard, must be provided with such number, size and type of fire extinguishers, capable of promptly and effectually extinguishing burning gasoline, as may be prescribed by the regulations of the Commission. The fire extinguishers must be of a marine type which has been approved by the United States Coast Guard and kept in condition for immediate and effective use and so placed as to be readily accessible.

4. Every power-driven vessel must have the carburetor of every engine therein, except outboard motors, using gasoline as fuel, equipped with such efficient flame arrestor, backfire trap or other similar device as may be prescribed by the regulations of the Commission.

5. Every vessel, except open boats, using as fuel any liquid of a volatile nature, must be provided with such means as may be prescribed by the regulations of the Commission for properly and efficiently ventilating the bilges of the engine and compartments for tanks of fuel to remove any explosive or flammable gases.

6. The Commission may adopt regulations modifying the requirements for equipment contained in this section to the extent necessary to keep these requirements in conformity with the provisions of the Federal Navigation Laws or with the rules for navigation adopted by the United States Coast Guard.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484D.600 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484D / Section 484D.600
Prohibited acts concerning size or weight of vehicle; special permit; emergencies; exceptions
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in this section, a person shall not drive, move, stop or park any vehicle or combination of vehicles, and an owner shall not cause or knowingly permit any vehicle or combination of vehicles to be driven, moved, stopped or parked, on any highway if the vehicle or combination of vehicles exceeds in size or weight or gross loaded weight the maximum limitation specified by law for that size, weight and gross loaded weight unless the person or owner is authorized to drive, move, stop or park the vehicle or combination of vehicles by a special permit issued by the proper public authority.

2. If the Department of Transportation or a local law enforcement agency determines that an emergency exists, the Department or the local law enforcement agency may authorize a person to drive, move, stop or park a vehicle or combination of vehicles without obtaining a special permit pursuant to subsection 1. Such an authorization may be given orally and may, if requested by a local law enforcement agency or a public safety agency, include driving or moving the vehicle or combination of vehicles to and from the site of the emergency. If a person receives such an authorization, the person shall, on the next business day after receiving the authorization, obtain a special permit pursuant to subsection 1.

3. This section does not apply to: (a) Fire apparatus, highway machinery, snowplows or other emergency vehicles temporarily moved upon a highway. (b) An implement of husbandry temporarily moved upon a highway other than an interstate highway or a controlled-access highway. (c) A covered heavy-duty tow and recovery vehicle moved upon a highway to remove a disabled heavy vehicle from the highway or the shoulder of the highway to the nearest appropriate repair facility or other safe location where the load may be divided.

4. As used in this section: (a) “Covered heavy-duty tow and recovery vehicle” has the meaning ascribed to it in 23 U.S.C. § 127 . (b) “Emergency vehicle” has the meaning ascribed to it in 23 U.S.C. § 127 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484D.705 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484D / Section 484D.705
Width of load of loosely piled agricultural products; restrictions for implement of husbandry moved over highway
Status: in_force

1. If a vehicle is carrying a load of loosely piled agricultural products such as hay, straw or leguminous plants in bulk but not crated, baled, boxed or sacked, the load of loosely piled material and any loading racks retaining the load must not exceed 120 inches in width.

2. The provisions of NRS 484D.685 with respect to maximum widths do not apply to implements of husbandry incidentally operated, transported, moved or towed over a highway other than an interstate highway or a controlled-access highway.

3. If an implement of husbandry is transported or moved as a load on another vehicle over: (a) An interstate highway or a controlled-access highway, and the load exceeds 102 inches in width, the movement is subject to the provisions of NRS 484D.720 and the regulations adopted pursuant thereto. (b) Any highway other than an interstate highway or a controlled-access highway, and the load exceeds 120 inches in width, the vehicle and load must not be operated for a distance of more than 25 miles from the point of origin of the trip and must not be operated at a speed in excess of 30 miles per hour.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 489.091 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 489 / Section 489.091
“Division” defined
Status: in_force

“ Division ” means the Housing Division of the Department of Business and Industry.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.3755 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.3755
Member of Nevada Wing of Civil Air Patrol
Status: in_force

1. An owner of a motor vehicle who is a resident of this State and is a member of the Nevada Wing of the Civil Air Patrol may, upon application on a form prescribed and furnished by the Department, signed by the member and his or her commanding officer and accompanied by proof of membership, be issued license plates upon which is inscribed “CIVIL AIR PATROL” with a number of characters, including numbers and letters, as determined necessary by the Director pursuant to NRS 482.367003 . The fee for the special license plates is $35, in addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes. The annual fee for a renewal sticker is $10.

2. Each member may request two sets of license plates as described in subsection 1. The second set of license plates for an additional vehicle must have a different number than the first set of license plates issued to the same member. The license plates may only be used on private passenger vehicles or noncommercial trucks.

3. Any member of the Nevada Wing of the Civil Air Patrol who retires or is honorably discharged may retain any license plates issued to the member pursuant to subsection 1. If a member is dishonorably discharged, he or she shall surrender any of these special plates in his or her possession to the Department at least 10 days before the member's discharge and, in lieu of those plates, is entitled to receive regular Nevada license plates.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.390 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.390
Notice of change of address
Status: in_force

Whenever any person after applying for or receiving a driver's license moves from the address named in the application or in the license issued to the person, that person shall within 30 days thereafter notify the Department of his or her new and old addresses and of the number of any license then held by the person.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.3335 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.3335
Brokers: Prohibition against advertising as vehicle dealer without appropriate license; prohibition against displaying or advertising vehicle not licensed to sell
Status: in_force

1. No broker may intentionally cause to be published, displayed or circulated any advertisement, including any listing in a telephone directory, in which the broker is represented to be any type of vehicle dealer, unless the broker has obtained the appropriate license from the Department as provided in this chapter.

2. A broker may not display, or use in conjunction with any form of advertisement, a vehicle the broker is not licensed to sell.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 490.028 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 490 / Section 490.028
“Consignment contract” defined
Status: in_force

“ Consignment contract ” means a written agreement between a registered owner or lienholder of an off-highway vehicle and a consignee to whom the off-highway vehicle has been entrusted by consignment for the purpose of sale that specifies the terms and conditions of the consignment and sale.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 486.041 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 486 / Section 486.041
“Motorcycle” defined
Status: in_force

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

“ Motorcycle ” means every motor vehicle equipped with a seat or a saddle for the use of the driver and designed to travel on not more than three wheels in contact with the ground, excluding an electric bicycle as defined in NRS 484B.017 , an electric scooter as defined in NRS 482.0295 , a tractor and a moped.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 490.120 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 490 / Section 490.120
Required equipment for operation on highway; exception
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2 and in addition to the requirements set forth in NRS 490.070 , a person shall not operate an off-highway vehicle on a highway pursuant to NRS 490.090 to 490.130 , inclusive, unless the off-highway vehicle has: (a) At least one headlamp that illuminates objects at least 500 feet ahead of the vehicle; (b) At least one tail lamp that is visible from at least 500 feet behind the vehicle; (c) At least one red reflector on the rear of the vehicle, unless the tail lamp is red and reflective; (d) A stop lamp on the rear of the vehicle; and (e) A muffler which is in working order and which is in constant operation when the vehicle is running.

2. The provisions of paragraphs (a) and (b) of subsection 1 do not apply to an off-highway vehicle which is operated during daylight hours on a highway designated by a county pursuant to NRS 490.100 for the operation of the off-highway vehicle without at least one headlamp specified in paragraph (a) of subsection 1 or without at least one tail lamp specified in paragraph (b) of that subsection.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.2925 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.2925
Designation of veteran status on license or permit; duties of Department
Status: in_force

1. Upon the application of a person who requests that his or her instruction permit or driver's license indicate that he or she is a veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States pursuant to subsection 3 of NRS 483.292 , and who satisfies the requirements of that subsection, the Department shall place on any instruction permit or driver's license issued to the person pursuant to the provisions of this chapter a designation that the person is a veteran.

2. The Director shall determine the design and placement of the designation of veteran status required by subsection 1 on any instruction permit or driver's license to which this section applies.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.433 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.433
Inapplicability of certain provisions to security interests in certain vehicles
Status: in_force

NRS 482.423 to 482.432 , inclusive, do not apply to a security interest in:

1. Any vehicle which constitutes inventory held for sale; or

2. Any vehicle not required to be registered under this chapter.

Security interests in all such vehicles are governed by NRS 104.9101 to 104.9708 , inclusive.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 486.331 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 486 / Section 486.331
Rights and duties of drivers
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided in NRS 486.351 , a person driving a motorcycle or moped upon a highway is entitled to all the rights and subject to all the duties applicable to the drivers of motor vehicles as provided by law, except those provisions which by their nature can have no application.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 489.521 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 489 / Section 489.521
Sale of used or rebuilt manufactured home, mobile home, manufactured building or commercial coach or used or rebuilt factory-built housing by person who is not dealer: Information to be submitted to Division and county assessor; regulations
Status: in_force

1. If a used or rebuilt manufactured home, mobile home, manufactured building or commercial coach or used or rebuilt factory-built housing is sold in this State by a person who is not a dealer, the seller or buyer, or both, shall: (a) Within 45 days after the sale, submit to the Division and to the county assessor of the county in which the manufactured home, mobile home, manufactured building, commercial coach or factory-built housing is located the information required by the regulations adopted by the Administrator pursuant to subsection 2; and (b) If the used or rebuilt manufactured home, mobile home, manufactured building or commercial coach or used or rebuilt factory-built housing is sold by a person who is not a dealer pursuant to an installment contract or other agreement by which the certificate of title does not pass immediately from the seller to the buyer upon the sale, submit to the Division any information required by the regulations adopted by the Administrator pursuant to NRS 489.272 .

2. The Administrator shall adopt regulations prescribing the information that is required to be submitted to the Division and county assessor pursuant to paragraph (a) of subsection 1.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.210 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.210
Exemptions from registration
Status: in_force

1. The provisions of this chapter requiring the registration of certain vehicles do not apply to: (a) Special mobile equipment. (b) Implements of husbandry. (c) Any mobile home or commercial coach subject to the provisions of chapter 489 of NRS . (d) Electric bicycles. (e) Golf carts which are: (1) Traveling upon highways properly designated by the appropriate city or county as permissible for the operation of golf carts; and (2) Operating pursuant to a permit issued pursuant to this chapter. (f) Towable tools or equipment as defined in NRS 484D.055 . (g) Any motorized conveyance for a wheelchair, whose operator is a person with a disability who is unable to walk about. (h) Electric scooters.

2. For the purposes of this section, “ motorized conveyance for a wheelchair ” means a vehicle which: (a) Can carry a wheelchair; (b) Is propelled by an engine which produces not more than 3 gross brake horsepower, has a displacement of not more than 50 cubic centimeters or produces not more than 2250 watts final output; (c) Is designed to travel on not more than three wheels; and (d) Can reach a speed of not more than 30 miles per hour on a flat surface with not more than a grade of 1 percent in any direction. The term does not include a tractor.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 488.320 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 488 / Section 488.320
Use of approved marine sanitation device required; unlawful to discharge sewage; regulations; penalties
Status: in_force

1. A person shall not maintain or operate upon the waters of this State any vessel which is equipped with a marine sanitation device unless the device is approved by the United States Coast Guard and: (a) Is designed to prevent the overboard discharge of treated and untreated sewage; or (b) Is adequately secured to prevent the overboard discharge of treated and untreated sewage.

2. It is unlawful for any person to discharge or attempt to discharge sewage from a vessel into the waters of this State.

3. The Commission shall adopt regulations: (a) That it determines are necessary to carry out the provisions of this section; and (b) Establishing a schedule of civil penalties for various violations of this section and those regulations.

4. A person who violates any provision of this section or the regulations adopted pursuant to subsection 3: (a) Is guilty of a misdemeanor; and (b) In addition to any criminal penalty, is subject to: (1) The suspension of the certificate of number of his or her vessel for 180 consecutive days; and (2) A civil penalty of not less than $250, as established in regulations adopted by the Commission, payable to the Department.

5. As used in this section, unless the context otherwise requires: (a) “ Discharge ” means to spill, leak, pump, pour, emit, empty or dump sewage into the water. (b) “ Marine sanitation device ” means a toilet facility which is installed on board a vessel and which is designed to receive, retain, treat or discharge sewage, and any process to treat that sewage. The term does not include portable devices which are designed to be carried onto and off of a vessel. (c) “ Sewage ” means wastes from the human body and wastes from toilets or other receptacles, including marine sanitation devices, designed to receive or retain wastes from the human body. (d) “ Vessel ” includes any watercraft or structure floating on the water, whether or not capable of self-locomotion, including houseboats, barges and similar structures.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 487.490 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 487 / Section 487.490
Denial, suspension or revocation of license to operate salvage pool or refusal to renew: Grounds; hearings; reapplication; disclosure of financial records
Status: in_force

1. The Department may refuse to issue a license or may suspend, revoke or refuse to renew a license of an operator of a salvage pool upon determining that the operator: (a) Is not lawfully entitled to the license; (b) Has made, or knowingly or negligently permitted, any illegal use of that license; (c) Made a material misstatement in any application; (d) Willfully fails to comply with any provision of NRS 487.400 to 487.510 , inclusive; (e) Fails to discharge any final judgment entered against the operator when the judgment arises out of any misrepresentation regarding a vehicle; (f) Fails to maintain any license or bond required by a political subdivision of this State; (g) Has been convicted of a felony; (h) Has been convicted of a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor for a violation of a provision of this chapter; (i) Fails or refuses to provide to the Department an authorization for the disclosure of financial records for the business as required pursuant to subsection 6; or (j) Displays evidence of unfitness for a license pursuant to NRS 487.165 .

2. The applicant or licensee may, within 30 days after receipt of the notice of refusal to grant or renew or the suspension or revocation of a license, petition the Department in writing for a hearing.

3. Hearings under this section and appeals therefrom must be conducted in the manner prescribed in NRS 482.353 and 482.354 .

4. If an application for a license as an operator of a salvage pool is denied, the applicant may not submit another application for at least 6 months after the date of the denial.

5. The Department may refuse to review a subsequent application for licensing submitted by any person who violates any provision of NRS 487.400 to 487.510 , inclusive.

6. Upon the receipt of any report or complaint that an applicant or a licensee has engaged in financial misconduct or has failed to satisfy financial obligations related to the operation of a salvage pool, the Department may require the applicant or licensee to submit to the Department an authorization for the disclosure of financial records for the business as provided in NRS 239A.090 . The Department may use any information obtained pursuant to such an authorization only to determine the suitability of the applicant or licensee for initial or continued licensure. Information obtained pursuant to such an authorization may be disclosed only to those employees of the Department who are authorized to issue a license to an applicant pursuant to NRS 487.400 to 487.510 , inclusive, or to determine the suitability of an applicant or a licensee for such licensure.

7. For the purposes of this section, the failure to adhere to the directives of the Department advising the licensee of noncompliance with any provision of NRS 487.400 to 487.510 , inclusive, or regulations of the Department, within 10 days after the receipt of those directives, is prima facie evidence of willful failure to comply.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484C.310 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484C / Section 484C.310
Standards for approval of evaluation center
Status: in_force

The State Board of Health shall adopt by regulation the standards to be used for approving the operation of a facility as an evaluation center for the purposes of NRS 484C.310 to 484C.360 , inclusive.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 485.3092 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 485 / Section 485.3092
Cancellation or termination of policy: Notice required; suspension required if effective date within 3 years after reinstatement
Status: in_force

When an insurance carrier has issued a motor vehicle liability policy, the insurance so issued must not be cancelled or terminated until at least 10 days after a notice of cancellation or termination of the insurance has been mailed first class or delivered to the insured and, if the insurance carrier has certified the policy under NRS 485.308 or 485.309 , a notice has also been filed in the office of the Department. A policy subsequently procured and certified, on the effective date of its certification, terminates the insurance previously certified with respect to any motor vehicle designated or the person named as the insured operator in both certificates. If the effective date of the termination is within 3 years after the date of reinstatement of a license, registration or privilege, the Department shall suspend the license and registration or privilege.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 489.241 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 489 / Section 489.241
Regulations: Federal and national standards; issuance of certificates and labels of compliance
Status: in_force

The Administrator shall adopt regulations:

1. Consistent with the federal regulations governing procedure and enforcement respecting manufactured homes to administer and enforce federal construction and safety standards respecting manufactured homes in accordance with the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974 ( 42 U.S.C. §§ 5401 et seq. ).

2. For the construction of commercial coaches that are reasonably consistent with nationally recognized standards.

3. For the: (a) Reconstruction; and (b) Alteration, including that done to a plumbing, heating or electrical system, of mobile homes and commercial coaches that are reasonably consistent with nationally recognized standards.

4. For the issuance of certificates and labels of compliance. The regulations must provide for, without limitation: (a) Inspection at the place of manufacture; (b) Submission and approval of plans and specifications or for the actual inspection and approval of the mobile home, travel trailer or commercial coach or acceptance of a label of compliance issued by another state or a private organization which the Administrator finds has a competent inspection program reasonably consistent with this chapter; and (c) Revocation for cause, upon notice and hearing, of the right of a manufacturer to sell mobile homes, travel trailers or commercial coaches in this state for use in this state.

5. Consistent with nationally recognized standards governing the minimum requirements for the design of travel trailers.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.209 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.209
Department prohibited from charging additional fee for delinquent or late registration of vehicle owned by deployed member of military; affidavit required
Status: in_force

1. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Department shall not impose an additional fee against the owner of a vehicle for the delinquent or late registration of that vehicle if the owner was a member of the military deployed to a combat or combat supporting position at the time of the expiration of the prior registration.

2. Evidence that the owner of a vehicle was a member of the military deployed to a combat or combat supporting position at a particular time must be furnished by an affidavit executed by a person having knowledge of the fact. The affidavit must accompany the application for renewal of registration.

3. As used in this section: (a) “ Additional fee ” means any fine, fee, assessment or other monetary penalty that the Department imposes or collects solely because a vehicle is registered after the date by which it is ordinarily required to be registered. The term does not include a fee or tax that would be due and payable irrespective of the registration of a vehicle being late. (b) “ Military ” means the Armed Forces of the United States, a reserve component thereof or the National Guard.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484E.020 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484E / Section 484E.020
Duty to stop at scene of crash involving damage to vehicle or property; duty to move vehicle under certain circumstances; penalty
Status: in_force

1. The driver of any vehicle involved in a crash resulting only in damage to a vehicle or other property which is driven or attended by any person shall: (a) Immediately stop his or her vehicle at the scene of the crash; and (b) If the driver's vehicle is creating a hazard or obstructing traffic and can be moved safely, move the vehicle or cause the vehicle to be moved out of the traffic lanes of the roadway to a safe location that does not create a hazard or obstruct traffic and, if applicable, safely fulfill the requirements of NRS 484E.030 .

2. A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 485.302 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 485 / Section 485.302
Suspension for nonpayment of judgment; exceptions
Status: in_force

1. The Department shall, upon the receipt of a certified copy of a judgment, suspend the license, all registrations and any nonresident's operating privilege of any person against whom the judgment was rendered, except as otherwise provided in this section and in NRS 485.305 .

2. If the judgment creditor consents in writing, in such a form as the Department may prescribe, that the judgment debtor be allowed a license and registration or nonresident's operating privilege, it may be allowed by the Department until the consent is revoked in writing, notwithstanding default in the payment of the judgment or of any installments thereof prescribed in NRS 485.305 , if the judgment debtor furnishes proof of financial responsibility as provided in NRS 485.307 . The debtor shall maintain proof of financial responsibility for 3 years after the date of reinstatement of the license pursuant to the provisions of this chapter. If the debtor fails to do so, the Department shall suspend the license and registrations of the debtor.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484B.160 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.160
Person riding upon bed of flatbed truck or within bed of pickup truck prohibited; exceptions; citation and penalty
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsections 2 and 4, a driver shall not permit a person, with regard to a motor vehicle being operated on a paved highway, to ride upon or within any portion of the vehicle that is primarily designed or intended for carrying goods or other cargo or that is otherwise not designed or intended for the use of passengers, including, without limitation: (a) Upon the bed of a flatbed truck; or (b) Within the bed of a pickup truck.

2. A driver may permit a person to ride upon the bed of a flatbed truck or within the bed of a pickup truck if the person is: (a) Eighteen years of age or older; or (b) Under 18 years of age and the motor vehicle is: (1) Being used in the course of farming or ranching; or (2) Being driven in a parade authorized by a local authority.

3. A civil infraction citation must be issued pursuant to NRS 484A.7035 to a driver who permits a person to ride upon or within a vehicle in violation of subsection 1. A driver who is cited pursuant to this subsection shall be punished by a civil penalty of at least $35 but not more than $100.

4. The provisions of subsection 1 do not apply to the portion of the bed of a truck that is covered by a camper shell or slide-in camper.

5. A violation of this section: (a) Is not a moving traffic violation for the purposes of NRS 483.473 ; and (b) May not be considered as: (1) Negligence or causation in a civil action; or (2) Negligent or reckless driving for the purposes of NRS 484B.653 .

6. As used in this section: (a) “ Camper shell ” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 361.017 . (b) “ Slide-in camper ” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 482.113 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.369 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.369
Distinguishing plates for exempt vehicles: Specifications
Status: in_force

In providing the distinguishing plates to be issued pursuant to subsection 1 of NRS 482.368 , the Director shall:

1. Select combinations of letters and numbers which are not confusingly similar to the combinations prescribed by NRS 482.270 , 482.2705 and 482.274 .

2. Employ letters and numbers of the same size as are used on license plates issued pursuant to NRS 482.270 and 482.2705 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.367006 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.367006
Fees: Imposition; deposit, administration and distribution
Status: in_force

1. The fee for special license plates designed, prepared and issued pursuant to NRS 482.367002 is $35, in addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes. The license plates are renewable upon the payment of $10.

2. In addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes and the fee prescribed in subsection 1, if a special license plate is designed, prepared and issued pursuant to NRS 482.367002 to generate financial support for a particular cause or charitable organization, a person who requests a set of such license plates must pay for the initial issuance of the plates an additional fee of $25 and for each renewal of the plates an additional fee of $20, to be distributed in the manner described in subsection 3.

3. The Department shall deposit the additional fees collected pursuant to subsection 2 with the State Treasurer for credit to an account created in the State General Fund for the benefit of the particular cause or charitable organization for whose financial benefit the special license plate was created. The Department shall designate an appropriate state agency to administer the account. Except as otherwise provided in subsections 4 and 5 of NRS 482.38279 , the state agency designated by the Department to administer the account shall, at least once each quarter, distribute the fees deposited pursuant to this subsection to the particular cause or charitable organization for whose benefit the special license plate was created or to another charitable organization to which the fees are distributed pursuant to subparagraph (2) of paragraph (c) of subsection 5 of NRS 482.38279 .

4. Money in an account created pursuant to subsection 3 does not lapse to the State General Fund at the end of a fiscal year. The interest and income earned on money in such an account, after deducting any applicable charges, must be credited to the account.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 489.1013 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 489 / Section 489.1013
“Franchisee” defined
Status: in_force

“ Franchisee ” means any natural person or entity that, pursuant to a franchise, sells or distributes new or used manufactured homes, mobile homes, manufactured buildings, commercial coaches, factory-built housing or related goods or services under, or operates using, the systems, trademark, service mark, trade name, logo or other commercial symbol of the franchisor.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.417 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.417
One-time waiver of fees to furnish duplicate license to homeless person or person recently released from prison, jail or detention facility; one-time waiver of fees to furnish original or renewal license or to reinstate license for person recently released from prison, jail or detention facility; one-time waiver of fee to furnish original or duplicate license to homeless child or youth; acceptance of gifts, grants and donations
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 5, the Department shall waive the fee prescribed by NRS 483.410 and the increase in the fee required by NRS 483.347 not more than one time for furnishing a duplicate driver's license to: (a) A homeless person who submits a signed affidavit on a form prescribed by the Department stating that the person is homeless. (b) A person who submits documentation from the Department of Corrections verifying that the person was released from prison within the immediately preceding year. (c) A person who submits documentation from a county, city or town jail or detention facility verifying that the person was released from the county, city or town jail or detention facility, as applicable, within the immediately preceding 90 days.

2. The Department shall waive the fee prescribed by NRS 483.410 and the increase in the fee required by NRS 483.347 not more than one time for: (a) Furnishing an original or renewal driver's license to; or (b) The reinstating after suspension, revocation or cancellation of the driver's license of, a person who submits documentation from the Department of Corrections verifying that the person was released from prison within the immediately preceding year.

3. A vendor that has entered into an agreement with the Department to produce photographs for drivers' licenses pursuant to NRS 483.347 may waive the cost it charges the Department to produce the photograph of: (a) A homeless person or person released from prison or a county, city or town jail or detention facility for a duplicate driver's license; or (b) A person released from prison for an original or renewal driver's license or for the reinstatement of a driver's license.

4. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 5, if the vendor does not waive pursuant to subsection 3 the cost it charges the Department and the Department has waived the increase in the fee required by NRS 483.347 for a duplicate driver's license furnished to a person pursuant to subsection 1, the person shall reimburse the Department in an amount equal to the increase in the fee required by NRS 483.347 if the person: (a) Applies to the Department for the renewal of his or her driver's license; and (b) Is employed at the time of such application.

5. The Department shall waive the fee prescribed by NRS 483.410 , the increase in the fee required by NRS 483.347 and the reimbursement required by subsection 4 not more than one time for furnishing: (a) An original driver's license or a duplicate driver's license to a homeless child or youth under the age of 25 years who submits a signed affidavit on a form prescribed by the Department stating that the child or youth is homeless and under the age of 25 years. (b) An original or renewal driver's license to or reinstating the driver's license of a person who submits documentation from the Department of Corrections verifying that the person was released from prison within the immediately preceding year.

6. The Department may accept gifts, grants and donations of money to fund the provision of original, renewal and duplicate drivers' licenses or the reinstatement of drivers' licenses without a fee to persons pursuant to subsections 1, 2 and 5.

7. As used in this section, “ homeless child or youth ” has the meaning ascribed to it in 42 U.S.C. § 11434a .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.206 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.206
Periods of registration for vehicles; exceptions
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in this section and NRS 482.2065 and 482.2085 , every motor vehicle, except for a motor vehicle that is required to be registered through the Motor Carrier Division of the Department, and except for a full trailer or semitrailer that is registered pursuant to subsection 3 of NRS 482.483 or a moped registered pursuant to NRS 482.2155 , must be registered for a period of 12 consecutive months beginning the day after the first registration by the owner in this State.

2. Except as otherwise provided in subsections 7 and 8 and NRS 482.2065 , every vehicle registered by an agent of the Department or a registered dealer must be registered for 12 consecutive months beginning the first day of the month after the first registration by the owner in this State.

3. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 7 and NRS 482.2065 and 482.2085 , a motor vehicle which must be registered through the Motor Carrier Division of the Department, including, without limitation: (a) Pursuant to the provisions of NRS 706.801 to 706.861 , inclusive; or (b) As a commercial motor vehicle which has a declared gross weight in excess of 10,000 pounds, must be registered for a period of 12 consecutive months beginning on the date established by the Department by regulation.

4. Upon the application of the owner of a fleet of vehicles which are not required to be registered through the Motor Carrier Division of the Department, the Director may permit the owner to register the fleet on the basis of a calendar year.

5. Except as otherwise provided in subsections 3, 6, 7 and 8, when the registration of any vehicle is transferred pursuant to NRS 482.399 , the expiration date of each regular license plate, special license plate or substitute decal must, at the time of the transfer of registration, be advanced for a period of 12 consecutive months beginning: (a) The first day of the month after the transfer, if the vehicle is transferred by an agent of the Department; or (b) The day after the transfer in all other cases, and a credit on the portion of the fee for registration and the governmental services tax attributable to the remainder of the current period of registration must be allowed pursuant to the applicable provisions of NRS 482.399 .

6. When the registration of any trailer that is registered for a 3-year period pursuant to NRS 482.2065 is transferred pursuant to NRS 482.399 , the expiration date of each license plate or substitute decal must, at the time of the transfer of the registration, be advanced, if applicable pursuant to NRS 482.2065 , for a period of 3 consecutive years beginning: (a) The first day of the month after the transfer, if the trailer is transferred by an agent of the Department; or (b) The day after the transfer in all other cases, and a credit on the portion of the fee for registration and the governmental services tax attributable to the remainder of the current period of registration must be allowed pursuant to the applicable provisions of NRS 482.399 .

7. A full trailer or semitrailer that is registered pursuant to subsection 3 of NRS 482.483 is registered until the date on which the owner of the full trailer or semitrailer: (a) Transfers the ownership of the full trailer or semitrailer; or (b) Cancels the registration of the full trailer or semitrailer and surrenders the license plates to the Department.

8. A moped that is registered pursuant to NRS 482.2155 is registered until the date on which the owner of the moped: (a) Transfers the ownership of the moped; or (b) Cancels the registration of the moped and surrenders the license plate to the Department.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 490.390 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 490 / Section 490.390
Books and records: Location; inspection and copying; retention
Status: in_force

1. An off-highway vehicle dealer, long-term or short-term lessor or manufacturer shall keep the books and records for all locations at which he or she does business within a county at the principal place of business in that county.

2. Each off-highway vehicle dealer, lessor and manufacturer shall: (a) Permit any authorized agent of the Director or the State of Nevada to inspect and copy the books and records during usual business hours; or (b) Not later than 3 business days after receiving a request from such a person for the production of the books and records or any other information, provide the requested books, records and other information to the person at the location specified in the request.

3. An off-highway vehicle dealer, lessor and manufacturer shall retain his or her books and records for 3 years after he or she ceases to be licensed as an off-highway vehicle dealer, lessor or manufacturer.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.349 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.349
Placement of designation on license issued to person with disability which limits or impairs ability to walk
Status: in_force

1. Upon the application of a person with a disability which limits or impairs the ability to walk, the Department shall place on any driver's license issued to the person pursuant to the provisions of this chapter a designation that the person is a person with a disability. The application must include a statement from a licensed physician or an advanced practice registered nurse certifying that the applicant is a person with a disability which limits or impairs the ability to walk.

2. For the purposes of this section, “person with a disability which limits or impairs the ability to walk” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 482.3835 .
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484B.613 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.613
Speed limit: Establishment for vehicles on highways constructed and maintained by Department of Transportation; penalties
Status: in_force

1. The Department of Transportation may establish the speed limits for motor vehicles on highways which are constructed and maintained by the Department of Transportation under the authority granted to it by chapter 408 of NRS .

2. Except as otherwise provided by federal law, the Department of Transportation may establish a speed limit on such highways not to exceed 80 miles per hour and may establish a lower speed limit: (a) Where necessary to protect public health and safety. (b) For trucks, overweight and oversized vehicles, trailers drawn by motor vehicles and buses.

3. A person who violates any speed limit established pursuant to this section may be subject to the additional penalty set forth in NRS 484B.130 .

4. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 5, a person who violates any speed limit established pursuant to this section for the particular portion of the highway being traversed shall be punished by a civil penalty of not more than $500.

5. A person who commits a violation of any provision of this section that causes physical injury to a person or damage to property shall be punished by a civil penalty of not more than $1,000.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484C.020 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484C / Section 484C.020
“Concentration of alcohol of 0.08 or more in his or her blood or breath” defined
Status: in_force

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“ Concentration of alcohol of 0.08 or more in his or her blood or breath ” means 0.08 gram or more of alcohol per 100 milliliters of the blood of a person or per 210 liters of his or her breath.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.095 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.095
“Pneumatic tires” defined
Status: in_force

“Pneumatic tires” means all tires inflated with compressed air.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.38276 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.38276
“Special license plate” defined
Status: in_force

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“ Special license plate ” means:

1. A license plate that the Department has designed and prepared pursuant to NRS 482.367002 in accordance with the system of application and petition described in that section;

2. A license plate approved by the Legislature that the Department has designed and prepared pursuant to NRS 482.3747 , 482.37903 , 482.37904 , 482.37905 , 482.37907 , 482.37917 , 482.379175 , 482.37918 , 482.37919 , 482.3792 , 482.3793 , 482.37933 , 482.37934 , 482.37935 , 482.379355 , 482.379365 , 482.37937 , 482.379375 , 482.37938 , 482.37939 , 482.37945 or 482.37947 ; and

3. Except for a license plate that is issued pursuant to NRS 482.3746 , 482.3757 , 482.3785 , 482.3787 , 482.37901 , 482.37902 , 482.37906 , 482.3791 , 482.3794 or 482.37941 , a license plate that is approved by the Legislature after July 1, 2005.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484B.577 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484B / Section 484B.577
Authority of police officers not limited by provisions relating to roadblocks
Status: in_force

The provisions of NRS 484B.570 and 484B.573 do not limit the existing authority of police officers in the performance of their duties involving traffic control.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.37906 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.37906
Increasing awareness of childhood cancer
Status: in_force

1. The Department, in cooperation with organizations selected by the Department whose work relates to childhood cancer, shall design, prepare and issue license plates to increase awareness of childhood cancer using any colors and designs which the Department deems appropriate. The design of the license plates must include the phrase “Cure Childhood Cancer.”

2. The Department shall issue license plates to increase awareness of childhood cancer for a passenger car or light commercial vehicle upon application by a person who is entitled to license plates pursuant to NRS 482.265 and who otherwise complies with the requirements for registration and licensing pursuant to this chapter. A person may request that personalized prestige license plates issued pursuant to NRS 482.3667 be combined with license plates to increase awareness of childhood cancer if that person pays the fees for the personalized prestige license plates in addition to the fees for the license plates to increase awareness of childhood cancer pursuant to subsections 3 and 4.

3. The fee for license plates to increase awareness of childhood cancer is $35, in addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes. The license plates are renewable upon the payment of $10.

4. In addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes and the fee prescribed pursuant to subsection 3, a person who requests a set of license plates to increase awareness of childhood cancer must pay for the issuance of the plates an additional fee of $25 and for each renewal of the plates an additional fee of $20, to be deposited in accordance with subsection 8.

5. The provisions of NRS 482.36705 do not apply to license plates described in this section.

6. If, during a registration period, the holder of license plates issued pursuant to the provisions of this section disposes of the vehicle to which the plates are affixed, the holder shall: (a) Retain the plates and affix them to another vehicle that meets the requirements of this section if the holder pays the fee for the transfer of the registration and any registration fee or governmental services taxes due pursuant to NRS 482.399 ; or (b) Within 30 days after removing the plates from the vehicle, return them to the Department.

7. The Department may accept any gifts, grants and donations or other sources of money for the production and issuance of the special license plates pursuant to this section.

8. The Department shall deposit the additional fees collected pursuant to subsection 4 with the State Treasurer for credit to the Department of Health and Human Services. The money may be used by the Department of Health and Human Services only: (a) To pay any expenses of the Rare Disease Advisory Council created by NRS 439.5075 ; and (b) For other programs and services related to childhood cancer.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.36358 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.36358
Considerations for determining good cause for establishing or relocating dealership in marketing area of dealer in same line and make of vehicles
Status: in_force

In determining whether good cause has been established for preventing a manufacturer or distributor from establishing an additional dealership or relocating an existing dealership within the relevant market area of another dealer in the same line and make of vehicles, the Director shall consider, without limitation:

1. The effect of the intended action on the business of selling new vehicles at retail in the relevant market area.

2. Whether the establishment of an additional dealership or the relocation of an existing dealership for vehicles of the particular line and make would be injurious to the welfare of the public.

3. Whether the dealers franchised to sell new vehicles of the particular line and make in the relevant market area are providing adequate competition, convenient customer service and adequate personnel and facilities for sales of the vehicles to persons in the area, as well as adequate equipment, spare parts and qualified mechanics and other service personnel for repair and maintenance of the vehicles.

4. Whether the establishment of an additional dealership or the relocation of an existing dealership would increase constructive competition and therefore be in the public interest.

5. Any other fact which the Director regards as relevant to the decision required of the Director.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 484A.090 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 484A / Section 484A.090
“Funeral procession” defined
Status: in_force

“ Funeral procession ” means a procession of two or more vehicles accompanying a vehicle containing the body of a deceased person.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 483.933 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 483 / Section 483.933
Waiver of certain requirements for certain persons with experience driving commercial motor vehicles in Armed Forces of United States; requirements to obtain waiver
Status: in_force

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1. In accordance with 49 C.F.R. § 383.77 , the requirement set forth in paragraph (b) of subsection 2 of NRS 483.928 for the issuance of a commercial driver's license by this State must be waived for an applicant who: (a) Has experience driving a commercial motor vehicle because of his or her service in the Armed Forces of the United States; (b) Is licensed at the time of his or her application for a commercial driver's license; and (c) Meets the requirements set forth in subsection 2.

2. An applicant for a commercial driver's license who seeks a waiver pursuant to subsection 1 of the requirement set forth in paragraph (b) of subsection 2 of NRS 483.928 shall: (a) Certify that, during the 2 years immediately preceding his or her application for a commercial driver's license, the applicant has not had: (1) More than one license in more than one jurisdiction at the same time, except for a military license; (2) A license suspended, revoked, cancelled or denied; (3) A conviction for an offense listed in 49 C.F.R. § 383.51(b) ; (4) More than one conviction for a serious traffic violation listed in 49 C.F.R. § 383.51(c) ; and (5) A conviction for a violation of any military, state or local law relating to motor vehicle traffic control, other than a parking violation, arising in connection with any traffic crash, and has no record of a crash in which he or she was at fault. (b) Certify and provide evidence that he or she: (1) Has been regularly employed in a military position that requires the operation of a commercial motor vehicle within the 90 days immediately preceding his or her application; (2) Is exempt from the requirements for a commercial driver's license pursuant to 49 C.F.R. § 383.3(c) ; and (3) Has operated a vehicle which is representative of the commercial motor vehicle that he or she intends to operate for at least 2 years immediately preceding the date of his or her application.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 482.37918 — NV Code / Title 43 / Chapter 482 / Section 482.37918
Support of preservation of history of atomic testing in Nevada
Status: in_force

1. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection and NRS 482.38279 , the Department, in cooperation with the Nevada Test Site Historical Foundation or its successor, shall design, prepare and issue license plates for the support of the preservation of the history of atomic testing in Nevada, using any colors and designs that the Department deems appropriate. The Department shall not design, prepare or issue the license plates unless it receives at least 250 applications for the issuance of those plates.

2. If the Department receives at least 250 applications for the issuance of license plates for the support of the preservation of the history of atomic testing in Nevada, the Department shall issue those plates for a passenger car or light commercial vehicle upon application by a person who is entitled to license plates pursuant to NRS 482.265 and who otherwise complies with the requirements for registration and licensing pursuant to this chapter. A person may request that personalized prestige license plates issued pursuant to NRS 482.3667 be combined with license plates for the support of the preservation of the history of atomic testing in Nevada if that person pays the fees for the personalized prestige license plates in addition to the fees for the license plates for the support of the preservation of the history of atomic testing in Nevada pursuant to subsections 3 and 4.

3. The fee for license plates for the support of the preservation of the history of atomic testing in Nevada is $35, in addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes. The license plates are renewable upon the payment of $10.

4. In addition to all other applicable registration and license fees and governmental services taxes and the fee prescribed in subsection 3, a person who requests a set of license plates for the support of the preservation of the history of atomic testing in Nevada must pay for the initial issuance of the plates an additional fee of $25 and for each renewal of the plates an additional fee of $20, to be distributed pursuant to subsection 5.

5. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 482.38279 , the Department shall deposit the fees collected pursuant to subsection 4 with the State Treasurer for credit to the State General Fund. The State Treasurer shall, on a quarterly basis, distribute the fees deposited pursuant to this subsection to the Nevada Test Site Historical Foundation or its successor for its programs and activities in support of the preservation of the history of atomic testing in Nevada.

6. If, during a registration period, the holder of license plates issued pursuant to the provisions of this section disposes of the vehicle to which the plates are affixed, the holder shall: (a) Retain the plates and affix them to another vehicle that meets the requirements of this section if the transfer and registration fees are paid as set forth in this chapter; or (b) Within 30 days after removing the plates from the vehicle, return them to the Department.