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Nevada Revised Statutes Title 15. Crimes and Punishments § 196.010. Treason

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

1. Treason against the people of the State consists in:

(a) Levying war against the people of the State;

(b) Adhering to its enemies; or

(c) Giving them aid and comfort.

2. Treason is a category B felony and is punishable by imprisonment in the state prison for a minimum term of not less than 2 years and a maximum term of not more than 10 years.

3. A person must not be convicted for treason unless upon the testimony of two witnesses to the same overt act or by confession in open court.

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