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Nevada Revised Statutes Title 15. Crimes and Punishments § 205.228. Grand larceny of motor vehicle;  penalty

Current as of January 01, 2021 | Updated by FindLaw Staff

1. A person who intentionally steals, takes and carries away, drives away or otherwise removes a motor vehicle owned by another person commits grand larceny of a motor vehicle.

2. A person who commits grand larceny of a motor vehicle is guilty of:

(a) For a first offense, a category C felony and shall be punished as provided in NRS 193.130.

(b) For a second or subsequent offense within 5 years, a category B felony and shall be punished 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, and by a fine of not more than $5,000.

3. In addition to any other penalty, the court shall order the person who committed the grand larceny of the motor vehicle to pay restitution.

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