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Nevada Revised Statutes Title 3. Remedies; Special Actions and Proceedings § 41.0338. “Official attorney” defined

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

“Official attorney” means:

1. The Attorney General, in an action which involves:

(a) A present or former state judicial officer, State Legislator, officer or employee of this State, immune contractor or member of a state board or commission; or

(b) A person who is named as a defendant in the action solely because of an alleged act or omission relating to the public duties or employment of a person listed in paragraph (a).

2. The chief legal officer or other authorized legal representative of a political subdivision, in an action which involves:

(a) A present or former local judicial officer of that political subdivision, a present or former officer or employee of that political subdivision or a present or former member of a local board or commission; or

(b) A person who is named as a defendant in the action solely because of an alleged act or omission relating to the public duties or employment of a person listed in paragraph (a).

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