Nevada is a “stand your ground” state, which means that the state gives victims the option of fighting back in self-defense even if they have the opportunity to run away and avoid the conflict. In order for self-defense to be justified, it must be reasonable to be lawful. Nevada law permits the use of force in self-defense in situations where:
The non-aggressor reasonably believes they are facing an urgent or pressing threat or bodily harm
The non-aggressor uses no more physical force than necessary to deflect the threat