Nev. Rev. Stat. § 41.03455
This is the official text of Nev. Rev. Stat. § 41.03455, part of Nevada’s Rev. Stat — part of the compiled statutory law of Nevada, published by the state as "Rev. Stat." Browse the sections below, each linked to its official government source.
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Defendant may employ own counsel
Official statutory text
At any time after a written request for defense is submitted to the official attorney, the person requesting the defense may employ his or her own counsel to defend the action. At that time, the State or political subdivision is excused from any further duty to represent that person and is not liable for any expenses in defending the action, including court costs and attorney's fees.
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