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Current as of January 01, 2021 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
1. If a child commits an alcohol or marijuana offense:
(a) For a first or second offense:
(1) The child is a child in need of supervision and is not a delinquent child, and the child must be placed under informal supervision pursuant to NRS 62C.200; and
(2) The child shall perform not more than 24 hours of community service.
(b) For a third or subsequent offense, a district attorney may file a petition alleging delinquency.
2. As used in this section, “alcohol or marijuana offense” means:
(a) A violation of NRS 202.020;
(b) A violation of a city or county ordinance relating to the consumption or possession of alcohol;
(c) A violation of subsection 4 of NRS 453.336 for possession of 1 ounce or less of marijuana; or
(d) A violation of a city or county ordinance relating to the possession of 1 ounce or less of marijuana.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Nevada Revised Statutes Title 5. Juvenile Justice § 62E.173. Placement of child who commits alcohol or marijuana offense - last updated January 01, 2021 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nv/title-5-juvenile-justice/nv-rev-st-62e-173/
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