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Current as of January 01, 2021 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
As used in NRS 127.220 to 127.310, inclusive, unless the context otherwise requires:
1. “Agency which provides child welfare services” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 432B.030.
2. “Arrange the placement of a child” means to make preparations for or bring about any agreement or understanding concerning the adoption of a child.
3. “Child-placing agency” means a nonprofit corporation organized pursuant to chapter 82 of NRS, and licensed by the Division to place children for adoption or permanent free care.
4. “Person” includes a hospital.
5. “Recommend the placement of a child” means to suggest to a child-placing agency that a prospective adoptive parent be allowed to adopt a specific child, born or in utero.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Nevada Revised Statutes Title 11. Domestic Relations § 127.220. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2021 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nv/title-11-domestic-relations/nv-rev-st-127-220/
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