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Nevada Revised Statutes Title 37. Veterans; Privileges, Benefits and Recognition Related to Military Service § 417.0187. Determination and certification by Federal Government deemed proof of status as veteran with a service-connected disability

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

Notwithstanding any provision of state law to the contrary, for the purpose of determining the eligibility for any benefit, program or assistance provided by the State or a local government to a veteran, or a business owned or operated by a veteran, with a service-connected disability:

1. The veteran shall be deemed to be a veteran with a service-connected disability to the extent determined by the Federal Government; and

2. A certificate from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or the United States Department of Defense which indicates that the veteran has incurred a service-connected disability and which indicates the total percentage or compensation of that disability is sufficient evidence:

(a) That the veteran has incurred a service-connected disability; and

(b) Of the total percentage or compensation of the service-connected disability.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Nevada Revised Statutes Title 37. Veterans; Privileges, Benefits and Recognition Related to Military Service § 417.0187. Determination and certification by Federal Government deemed proof of status as veteran with a service-connected disability - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nv/title-37-veterans-privileges-benefits-and-recognition-related-to-military-service/nv-rev-st-417-0187/

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